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Hybrid Picking Exercise

The exercise incorporates hybrid picking--alternating between the pick and the upstrokes with the middle or
ring fingers. This exercise strengthens the fingers on the left hand as well as helps to develop speed.
When coming down in the second half of the exercise, use an alternating down-up-down-up picking pattern
with the pick. Play exercise alternating between pick and middle finger. Then play, alternating between pick
and ring finger.

Approaching the Blues

Here are some keys for approaching blues guitar playing from Johnny Hiland.

• Have a love for the style of the blues.


• Lay back and let the notes breathe.


• Listen to a lot of blues music.


• Play with emotion.

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Steve and Johnny after the interview.

“I am honored to have had the pleasure of meeting, pickin’, and teaching guitar with my new bud,

Steve Krenz. Legacy Learning Systems provides a program that is truly a blessing for those of you who

desire the gift of guitar. It’s fun, easy to use, and inspirational!!!” Johnny Hiland

One on One with Johnny Hiland
Interview

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