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EBS Lesson Nine  Developing root and fifth

Introducing F

F can be found on the D string at the third fret, which is the first time we have looked closely at the D string. Look at the diagram below and you will see that the D string is the second highest string.

Figure 3. The bass note of F on the D string

Figure 3. The bass note of F on the D string.

Let us now play a simple exercise to help us become familiar with F. Again, think about the fingering and then use the multimedia files as always.

Exercise 2

Exercise 2
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Next: Down an octave (introducing the low F)