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How to I teach my fingers to form 4 fret chords?

Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Hi,

I am learning to play on a 5-String banjo. It's been 2 1/2 - 3 yrs now. So far, I've learned to play Cripple Creek and Foggy Mtn Breakdown. After playing these songs over and over a 1,000 +/-  times? And now that I am somewhat comfortable with string location, I have moved on to learning as many chords as I can so I can start playing with other more experienced musicians.

While attempting to place my fingers in the correct locations to form a D7 chord, I am finding out that spreading my fingers over 4 frets is nothing short of a miracle!

Is there some exercises I can perform between my practice sessions which will give my fingers more mobility in making these 4 fret chords?

Thanks Guys & Gals. Everyone here has been so great. Everyone has contributed so much. I hope in the one day I can be someone who can contribute to those just starting out.

Jim W.

Brunswick, NY

 

 

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Grew up near the Manistee National Forest. On Sundays every town tavern had an open mic.. There were local musicians with names like Killer Wade, Leona Rose, Herb Brown. There have been long periods of time, where I have forgotten just who I am. The banjo helps me remember.

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