First Bend – Whole Step
Develop precise whole-step bending and control. Follow the reference notes to train your ears, and master slow, controlled releases back to the starting pitch.
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Why It Matters
This exercise gives you total control over string tension during sustained bends and releases. You will learn to hold bent notes perfectly in tune and guide them back down smoothly without any abrupt noise.
How to Practice
- 1Bend the string smoothly to reach the exact target pitch with perfect intonation.
- 2Maintain steady finger pressure and hand stability at the peak of the bend.
- 3Listen carefully to match the pitch perfectly with the underlying harmony.
Tips & Techniques
- •Support the bending finger with adjacent fingers on the same string for maximum strength.
- •Rotate your wrist and forearm upward to execute the bend rather than pushing with fingers alone.
- •Keep idle strings muted with your picking hand palm to prevent unwanted noise.
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