I'm a COMPLETE Newbie on playing any sort of instrument. I selected the Mandolin for it's unique voice and sound. I recently bought a used Left-handed Mandolin w/ a pick-up to grow along-side with.
(By the way, I tried using a right-handed mandolin for 2 weeks. I don't think it's for me. I feel like I'm mashing through the strings while fretting and feel like my right fingers/wrist/forearm are super stiff). I feel more comfortable/relaxed when I use a lefty Mandolin. The chords sound better too, when I use Left vs. right).
1. Any references/books I should use in particular (for Lefties)?
2. I'm getting lost in the sea of chords and which one to use?
3. I want to have a good technique as a solid foundation. Any thoughts on what I should do? Online resources?
4. Any considerations I should know about for being a lefty?
My goal is to grow along side my instrument, and have fun with it. I don't intend to play in front of anyone. Just me. Just because I'm playing for myself that doesn't mean I want to be 'awful' at it either.
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