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When shifting UP, always release pres-sure from the thumb behind the neck and keep all four fi ngers always curvedin a "hook" shape. Move entire hand upfour frets to place the1st fi nger directly above where the 4th fi nger was.

5.02 - Chromatic Form12 rules of technique:

All four fi ngers curved evenly Always curve fi ngers evenly in a tight "hook" shape Never straighten the fi ngers Thumb behind 2nd fi nger

Never bend the thumb! Minimize lifting off of string Keep fi ngers close to string Pull fi ngers downward when releasing - never lift up! Play only with tips of fi ngers Tips directly behind fret Do not bend wrist! Wrist always evenly fl at with forearm - Never bend wrist!

5.01 - Classical Form

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When shifting DOWN,Pick up all 4 fi ngers at the exact same time and "plant" them straight down onto the string at the next location.Never straighten your fretting fi ngers. Always place all four fi ngers simultaneously on the string at the very next descending position.