Playing Guitar Charts While Standing
Playing the guitar while standing is something that may not seem like something you need to practice, but it can be very different in some situations. The guitar may be in a slightly different position, and this will effect how you are approaching the notes you play. Reading guitar charts may be different while standing up because your hand could be in another position than what you are used to.
In order to practice playing while standing up, you will obviously need a guitar strap, and I suggest a leather guitar strap. These are the best kind you can get for your money as they are durable and stylish.
Once you have your guitar strap, you are ready to practice reaading through your guitar charts while standing. Chords and scales may feel a little bit different at first, but you will get used to this. In order to ensure that the transition is as smooth as possible, tighten your guitar strap until the guitar feels close to how you hold it when you are sitting.
When you are playing standing up, the fingering of chords and scales may be a bit different. This is something you should spend some time practicing because when you are performing you will be standing up, and will need a good guitar strap. Guitar charts can also be hard to play through like this because you do not have as good of a view of the guitar fretboard, but you should not be looking at it much anyway.
November 06 2009 11:41 am | Guitar Charts