Re: Another pick grip question
I can't tell you what is right, but since we just covered this (not in depth or anything though) in another thread, there are some basic guidelines, that aren't necessarily going to be true for everyone.
When the point of the index finger is parallel with (or points towards) the pick tip, and you tend to use the pads of thumb and index fingers, this is the classical style, and has been in use for a century or so. It gives a lighter touch, and more dexterity at the slight expense of power and volume.
When the index finger is curled more, and the thumb faces the side of the index finger, this is the common closed-fist style used by many BG players today. It's main strength is power and endurance.
Both styles are capable of any speeds you wish to train up to. And hybrids between the two are seen in many players.
I prefer the classical grip myself, but I play classical music... :-)
My favorite non-classical player is John Reischman, who is noted for his subtle expression. He can play solid powerful notes, and effortlessly intersperse them with softer lighter notes, and all of his playing uses very dark tonality (this is the sound I love). He holds the pick with a more open-fist style which I would expect, because that's what the more open-fisted style excels at.
I you want to blast bluegrass and drown out banjos, then the closed fist (Sam Bush) style is gonna be your best friend. :-)
At least that's my limited understanding of these things so far. :-)
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