When I bought my first Blue Chip pick, I never played with it outside at a jam because I didn't want to lose it. This went on for a couple years, until one day I realized I was being silly. I'd never, ever lost a cheaper pick outside. Therefore, I calculated the chances of losing my beloved BC pick were close to nil. I should play with it anywhere and not fuss so much! Off I happily went to the next outdoor gathering with my BC pick, and-you guessed it- I lost the pick.😆 So I bought a couple more, have played with them everywhere, ever since, and haven't lost one again. Moral of the story: We have little control over the Guitar Pick Universe, so stop trying to control it and be happy. 😊
I am still in the awe phase of picks, wondering if there is that magic one that I will become some legendary player once I find it. I have a couple of "lucky" picks (found or given to me) I am pretty nerve wracked I am gonna loose. If I ever get good I plan to give out lots of picks to encourage others.
Hi Ms Cindy, I’m all over the map with this. It funny, because I was thinking about this very topic yesterday and attempting to replicate what Steve Bernard does, another UA-camr that I know. His style seems to be very comfortable and effective. I’ve not tried a carbon fiber pick, so greatly appreciate that info, ma’am 👍🏻
Hi Cindy! I alternate pick arpeggios and scales etc exclusively and pick pretty hard. I hold the pick between my thumb and 1st and 2nd finger using only the smallest part of the point. I use my Ernie Ball sig picks. 1mm Nice informative video as always! Showing people how to hammer a maj.2nd to a 3rd is always a cool move ❤🎼🎶🎶🎸😊
@@tonyspada2744 thanks for sharing your method. Holding the pick with a thumb and 2 fingers - was that taught or did you find it to work best for you? Thanks again😀
@@guitarnotions it stops the pick from turning when I skip strings. The first finger is sitting at the top of the pick to keep it in position. It used to wanna spin a bit lol. It's very similar to Steve Morse's technique 🎼😉😊
Thank you so much for this video Cindy. ❤ (I went to Guitar Moose and could only find 10 pack of carbon fiber. I messaged them to ask about any way to get just one. )
@@guitarnotions I will. I feel a little dumb now though. They have a variety pack of 3 and I saw nowhere in the description what is included but then I zoomed in on the photo and can see it's one clear medium .75, 1 classic medium .65 and 1 carbon fiber .8. Maybe they'll be willing to work with me on the variety pack. We'll see. ttyl 👋🏻
@@guitarnotions Thank you for the tip. I'll keep an eye on that site for stock to come in. I did see 2 singles - ebay and one I've forgotten but they were both classic 1.0. Although I did learn to appreciate heavier picks for what little single note picking I do (Not very strong at it 🙂).
I never really thought about it 'til now but I use that 3 finger grip I use the side of the pick for a thicker sound so there is more pick to hold, I guess I like the Ultex 1.4 but with a lighter pick you can always shorten up the grip to make it stiffer Just think of the .38 Special song " Hold on Loosely "😉
and see what happens if you play f.i. the A-shape (string 2,3,4) on 1,2,3 ... that becomes a Dmaj⁷ ... If you go the other way to string 3,4,5 it play an Emsus
@@guitarnotions they are a bit thick ... ~3mm. ... but the material makes them very easy and comfortable to hold ... Only usable on ukelele or nylonstrings and as soft (or even softer) than the fingertips ... Though I favor playing with fingertips ... gives more contact and feeling ...
I find the 1mm Tortex Flex to be a good all rounder. The fist method of pick holding works best for me, a la Brian Sutton. For a rule breaker see Jimmy Rosenberg!
Loved watching Jimmy Rosenberg - the man is amazing. The way he holds his fingers I thought he was hybrid picking (using both pick and fingers). But no, it must be more like a way to transfer the energy to his picking? Loved this. Thanks❤️
You are an absolute blessing.
Thank you very much❤️
When I bought my first Blue Chip pick, I never played with it outside at a jam because I didn't want to lose it. This went on for a couple years, until one day I realized I was being silly. I'd never, ever lost a cheaper pick outside. Therefore, I calculated the chances of losing my beloved BC pick were close to nil. I should play with it anywhere and not fuss so much! Off I happily went to the next outdoor gathering with my BC pick, and-you guessed it- I lost the pick.😆 So I bought a couple more, have played with them everywhere, ever since, and haven't lost one again. Moral of the story: We have little control over the Guitar Pick Universe, so stop trying to control it and be happy. 😊
🤣I love this story! 🤣 I leave picks everywhere- they know I have been there. Many are saved from the dryer too😀.
I am still in the awe phase of picks, wondering if there is that magic one that I will become some legendary player once I find it. I have a couple of "lucky" picks (found or given to me) I am pretty nerve wracked I am gonna loose. If I ever get good I plan to give out lots of picks to encourage others.
@@Greenjagsurf another generous heart thinking of ways to encourage others!! Awesome 😀
I ordered the guitar moose picks - they are really great to use!
@@julesV1223 Funny how one of mine ended up in my GFs purse
Yes, the age old question, thanks for helping us find the "answer", much like finding the one guitar that will do it all 😊
The impossible dream😀
Great short informative video, thanks 👍
Glad it was helpful!❤️
Thanks Cindy ,love you’re videos
You are so welcome. Thank you too❤️
Thank you for sharing with us' I you hope you have a great day.
Thank you! You too!❤️
Thank you Cindy
You are so welcome❤️
Hi Ms Cindy, I’m all over the map with this. It funny, because I was thinking about this very topic yesterday and attempting to replicate what Steve Bernard does, another UA-camr that I know. His style seems to be very comfortable and effective. I’ve not tried a carbon fiber pick, so greatly appreciate that info, ma’am 👍🏻
If you get the moose pick let me know what you think. ❤️
Hi Cindy! I alternate pick arpeggios and scales etc exclusively and pick pretty hard. I hold the pick between my thumb and 1st and 2nd finger using only the smallest part of the point. I use my Ernie Ball sig picks. 1mm
Nice informative video as always! Showing people how to hammer a maj.2nd to a 3rd is always a cool move ❤🎼🎶🎶🎸😊
@@tonyspada2744 thanks for sharing your method. Holding the pick with a thumb and 2 fingers - was that taught or did you find it to work best for you? Thanks again😀
@@guitarnotions it stops the pick from turning when I skip strings. The first finger is sitting at the top of the pick to keep it in position. It used to wanna spin a bit lol. It's very similar to Steve Morse's technique
🎼😉😊
@@tonyspada2744 I think that’s what I do except the first finger is holding and the second is against it to support and keep it in place. 😀
@@guitarnotions basically We're the same idea !
😊🎸🎸
Thank you so much for this video Cindy. ❤
(I went to Guitar Moose and could only find 10 pack of carbon fiber. I messaged them to ask about any way to get just one. )
Let me know what they say. Even if they sold them in packs of 5 it would be less painful. But a sample pick is definitely needed
@@guitarnotions I will. I feel a little dumb now though. They have a variety pack of 3 and I saw nowhere in the description what is included but then I zoomed in on the photo and can see it's one clear medium .75, 1 classic medium .65 and 1 carbon fiber .8.
Maybe they'll be willing to work with me on the variety pack. We'll see. ttyl 👋🏻
@@jimgodofbiscuits see what I mean about shopping on the website… it’s easy to make an error. Hope that get back to you soon.
@@jimgodofbiscuits also I noticed elderly.com sells the moose pick… problem is they are sold out
@@guitarnotions Thank you for the tip. I'll keep an eye on that site for stock to come in.
I did see 2 singles - ebay and one I've forgotten but they were both classic 1.0. Although I did learn to appreciate heavier picks for what little single note picking I do (Not very strong at it 🙂).
I never really thought about it 'til now but I use that 3 finger grip
I use the side of the pick for a thicker sound so there is more pick to hold, I guess
I like the Ultex 1.4 but with a lighter pick you can always shorten up the grip to make it stiffer
Just think of the .38 Special song " Hold on Loosely "😉
And it’s true if you hod the pick too tight you will lose control 🤣
You can get all kinds of interesting effects with hammering in also the other fingers of your chord-hand ... or walking them fret up or down ...
and see what happens if you play f.i. the A-shape (string 2,3,4) on 1,2,3 ... that becomes a Dmaj⁷ ...
If you go the other way to string 3,4,5 it play an Emsus
walking around this way you can find f.i. the loveable Minnie Riperton ...
Dm⁶ ... C#m⁷ ... Bm⁷ ... A
walking around this way you can find f.i. the loveable Minnie Riperton ...
Dm⁶ ... C#m⁷ ... Bm⁷ ... A ...
and what loveable song you will find walking this way from Dmaj⁷ to C#m⁷ to Bm⁷ to A
I will check these out!! Thanks for sharing ❤️
Ive fought myself to try to learn how to use a pick but i want to play miserlou. Thanks for sharing ideas. I know now i hold it too tight to start.
I found just working at something a few minutes a day it’s amazing the progress you can make ❤️. Thanks for listening in😀
On my classical guitar I sometimes use an Ortega felt pick ...
That is neat, I image it to sound super mellow too😀
@@guitarnotions 🎼🎶🎙They call it Mellow Yellow ...
@@guitarnotions they are a bit thick ... ~3mm. ...
but the material makes them very easy and comfortable to hold ...
Only usable on ukelele or nylonstrings and as soft (or even softer) than the fingertips ...
Though I favor playing with fingertips ... gives more contact and feeling ...
I find the 1mm Tortex Flex to be a good all rounder. The fist method of pick holding works best for me, a la Brian Sutton. For a rule breaker see Jimmy Rosenberg!
Loved watching Jimmy Rosenberg - the man is amazing. The way he holds his fingers I thought he was hybrid picking (using both pick and fingers). But no, it must be more like a way to transfer the energy to his picking? Loved this. Thanks❤️
@@guitarnotions For me the fingers swinging slows me way down. I tried posting my pinky but got cramps. Then I saw Molly Tuttle and felt empowered.
@@jameslifetimelearner she is an awesome player (Molly Tuttle)
I get so far in my picking and then it falls out of my hand because it moves. Like after 30 seconds of harder strumming. Thanks for the video.
Hope it helps. Thanks😀