| hi,
I'd recommend doing scales with a metronome. Start with a speed that is very comfortable and play16th notes. Start on the g on the E string and play either 1.) one position all the way up to the c on the G string and back down or 2.) up 2 octaves to the g on the G string (12th fret) and back down. Then modulate up a half step (A flat) and repeat. Continue until you are beginning the scale at the high g on the E string and then chromatically hit each key back down.
First play 4 16ths to the note.. go up the neck and back down... hit every key... Then play 2 16ths per note.. modulate up a half step, repeat until you've gone all the way up the neck to high G and back... THEN play 1 note per 16th... same thing... up and down the neck.
After you've done that turn your metronome to the next higher setting and repeat. Do it until you've gotten to the speed that is too fast to play accurately and go back to a speed that is comfortable. There is no reason to keep playing past your ability. Concentrate on tempos that you can execute accurately. In a couple of days the faster tempos will come more easily and the more comfortable tempos will have more authority. I guarantee if you try theses exercises your right hand will get into great shape and your timing will improve also
hope that helps
cheers
Last edited by Vanman : 05-10-2005 at 08:57 PM.
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