It is important to develop good habits right at the start so check that your sitting position is good every time you sit down to play.
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Select a chair or stool with no arms.
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The seat height should be level with your knees.?
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Elevate you right thigh with a foot stool in order to rest the guitar on your thigh.? (A couple of thick books works well).
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Back straight but not tense.? Don't slouch
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Hold your arms naturally at your side, then bring your hands to your instrument.? Do not stick your elbows out to the side.
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Do you feel balanced and relaxed?
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Maybe you don't intend to sit down but prefer to stand as when playing with a group.? That's fine but before you do that it's a good idea to learn how to play the instrument and you will find it easier to learn sitting down.?? When standing you should adjust your instrument to the same position it is in when sitting otherwise you will find it difficult to play in the same manner.
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