Flying Little Pinky Exercise

Flying Little Pinky Exercise | Guitar Lesson

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In this video I show you a simple left hand exercise to give more strength and control over your pinky finger.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:28 Common pinky problem
0:39 What to expect in this video
0:53 Myth: Pinky is the weakest finger
1:36 Why is the pinky the weakest feeling finger?
3:52 The neutral hand position
4:19 Guitar application
4:46 Finger exercise: chromatic scale
5:27 Precision grip and power grip
6:06 Applying to chords
7:17 Finger exercise: flying little pinky
9:31 End notes
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@samueljamesserato3568 4 жыл бұрын

Sir Perf, I remember you said videos 10 minutes and up, but this is like 4 seconds to 10 minutes so here you go. TIMESTAMPS: 0:28 Common pinky problem 0:39 What to expect in this video 0:53 Myth: Pinky is the weakest finger 1:36 Why is the pinky the weakest feeling finger? 3:52 The neutral hand position 4:19 Guitar application 4:46 Finger exercise: chromatic scale 5:27 Precison grip and power grip 6:06 Applying to chords 7:17 Finger exercise: flying little pinky 9:31 End notes

@clarencenw6083 3 жыл бұрын

🙌🙌

@jrc1156 3 жыл бұрын

Me: *looks at my pinky* Pinky: don't ever think about it

@MJ-ix7wm 3 жыл бұрын

My pinky is mean. Your pinky is a thug!!!!

@mannythegoat4463 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha nice lol

@shivanimishra7915 3 жыл бұрын

😁😂

@TheHayniko 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha. I hear ya.

@godissantaforadults1056 4 жыл бұрын

My three fingers are working pretty well but my pinky is a goddam rebel

@professorbreezy 4 жыл бұрын

onizuka

@charlesdjones1 4 жыл бұрын

Keep practicing and bring that bastard to submission.

@moutaz4753 5 жыл бұрын

I've been playing guitar for 13 years, and now i am practising this at a very low speed. thanks for the lesson

@kraiggonyo6883 4 жыл бұрын

Moutaz Hamad Me too man, me too...

@asongamagin1837 4 жыл бұрын

you're not alone :)

@govindm3347 4 жыл бұрын

U r not alone dude

@moutaz4753 4 жыл бұрын

@Rohan Shrestha was practicing the intro of smoke on the water :)

@pingguerrero2007 4 жыл бұрын

@@moutaz4753 😂😂😂😂

@quarter_moon_and_a_guitar 3 жыл бұрын

Probably the most important lesson I've had in years. I've seen countless videos on this that never talk about thumb placement. Dude, I'm halfway there in five minutes thanks to you

@OfficialPerfectoDeCastro 3 жыл бұрын

Happy guitaring!

@vladimirserpov6773 5 жыл бұрын

Oh goodness, I'm finaly managing to play with my pinky properly. I'm studying the guitar all by myself for ~1 month and couldn't figure out how to stop pinky finger from doing weird convulsion-like movements and it was ridiculously frustrating :| Thank you for the guide!

@chillfamgamingtv9900 3 жыл бұрын

How’s your progress bro? I’m starting to learn guitar.

@ercolearmani6186 Жыл бұрын

@@chillfamgamingtv9900 I guess we'll never know

@andrewnicorn 4 жыл бұрын

Good lord I didn't realise my thumb was so foolishly sabotaging me.

@MJ-ix7wm 3 жыл бұрын

Betrayal!!!! Dun dun dun... that's sound effects. How's my spelling. Lol

@bloodOntheStep 4 жыл бұрын

You literally have to summon your inner hulk if you wanna use that little pinky

@brandonhall8543 3 жыл бұрын

My hand feels so much more relaxed and I can finally use my pinky properly now, thanks man!

@OfficialPerfectoDeCastro 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@JohnWilliamsFromBluff 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Mr De Castro. I've been playing for decades, and watching instructional videos on YT for a bit more than 1 decade. This particular instructional video is one of the most helpful I've ever seen, and you are one of the best teachers I've seen also, based on a sample size of 1 (this video). So thanks! From a grateful new subscriber living in Dunedin, New Zealand. P.S. What a tasty little intro you played there!

@richardpollack1222 3 жыл бұрын

I have been playing guitar for 40 years and found this incredibly helpful. I never realized that my thumb will sometimes slip parallel as opposed to perpendicular. In fact if you really want to see the biggest difference with the thumb position, for those of you that I’ve tried the spider technique or the spider finger exercise to improve your finger strength, try doing the exercise with your thumb in each position and you will see a tremendous difference when it’s done properly the way this dude just explained it.

@todzilla09 3 жыл бұрын

So important for beginners to understand the bio-mechanics of the hand to start off with good playing habits. I love the explanation of that before the exercise demonstration. Understanding that along with the exercises is a great foundation for unlocking the hand for better finger independence.

@minthuko8871 5 жыл бұрын

Your techniques and exercises and explanations are really compatible with me. Thank you so much!

@BlindTriker 3 жыл бұрын

That was a really great, very concise video that actually addresses several issues I'm experiencing. Thank you so much for taking the time to produce and post this video. I really appreciate it.

@mynamejef7963 3 жыл бұрын

The thumb placement is hugeeeeee! What a legend!

@Sam-th1uk 3 жыл бұрын

20 seconds from your explination and I already fixed my Pinky issue. preety amazing and Thanks a lot.

@oneandatwoanda 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, great exercise! Ive hardly used my pinky in solos for my 40 something years of playing. I love exercises now, they are the only way to acquire technique. INTENSITY- do it correctly, FREQUENCY- do it daily, DURATION- in a week or two you have acquired the skill. That is how "muscle memory" works. Sorry if I'm ranting. Thanks for the vid.

@faithkupiszewski3316 3 жыл бұрын

This is the most informative video I’ve ever watched, thank you so much!

@ThePitch63 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 59, been playing since preteens. Bar chords have been a problem for me. But after this lesson I can now ring every string. This was a great lesson. No one ever showed me this

@kerryfromaj9032 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Happy New Year! I’m just past two years learning guitar 🎸 and this was a great way to end the year with some much needed insight on that pinky. I accepted it but didn’t understand it. Much needed! Thank you!!

@antahmad 4 жыл бұрын

This explanation flipped the switch for me. God bless you, bro!

@AMSeyer 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks to you master! I learned many things in this video, and it sounds better than before.

@internetuser5286 3 жыл бұрын

Huge improvement after just following along with this video once. Thank you!

@Mono-eu3so 4 жыл бұрын

you are a legend. been wanting to get better at using my pinky and i could literally feel my pinky getting easier to use as i did this, definitely worth the watch. (i also subscribed)

@noir371 4 жыл бұрын

This is a huge help!!! I started noticing a difference after only like half an hour! You’re a lifesaver dude

@Wrywood 4 жыл бұрын

This helped me greatly with my pinkie locking up while playing bass. Big thank you for making this video!

@Aliencoochie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I was having such a hard time and your video is the only one that helped out of all the ones I saw

@andins761 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been playing guitar on and off for 6 years but steady for 1 year and this helped me out tremendously!

@nubnce5705 5 жыл бұрын

Im self taught in guitar and the thumb position advice really saved me thanks!!

@amdll112 4 жыл бұрын

I only watched this video, practiced the exercise for 10 minutes, and now I can play with my pinky as easily as with my middle finger. You're amazing dude

@dannymartinez771 5 жыл бұрын

Very good my brother. I been playing with my thumb in the wrong position for thirty years. Thank you for this video.

@orupavam2010 Жыл бұрын

Excellent tips.. Thank you so much for sharing

@andreasmetz4909 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you vor this very clear and important explanation! It helps a lot!

@eiffeeel97 2 жыл бұрын

wish I've found your video sooner because this is really helpful! when I practiced my pinky always curls and or out of angle, now I can do the exercise more relaxed and not painful at all! Thank you so much!

@priscillakoln5760 3 жыл бұрын

I loved it! Thanks for this video!

@danielclarke3829 Жыл бұрын

Great to hear a physiological explanation for technique and problems. Thanks

@yokeloonw 2 жыл бұрын

Simple and the right knowledge. Thank you very much.

@mkmstillstackin 3 жыл бұрын

I can't begin to tell you how helpful this little tip has been! I've been trying to teach myself to play now for about 4 months and I literally felt like my pinky was deformed. I'm not sure i ever would have figured this out on my own but this seems to make a world of a difference. I really appreciate it. Thanks so much!

@OfficialPerfectoDeCastro 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the guitar journey!

@mertercek 3 жыл бұрын

I discovered this exercise video approx. 6 months ago. My pinky is settled now. Thank you for that. :)

@dipensubedi5666 3 жыл бұрын

Do they move independently now? I have to use all my brain power in that pinky to move it correctly

@mertercek 3 жыл бұрын

@@dipensubedi5666 They move independently yes but more important point than that it's more stable. For example when thumb is low positioned pinky is not shaking. And therefore when you need pinky it's ready to play. You're theaching it to be cool with this exercise. But it takes time so be patient. :)

@admiralaido3795 Жыл бұрын

This video was so friggin helpful. As someone who took viola lessons growing up I was no stranger to the concept of hand posture, but having never taken actual guitar lessons i never had a solid idea of what hand posture means for guitars. Thank you!!

@charlierp 4 ай бұрын

Thanks. This is invaluable information. You are a very well-informed teacher and a great educator.

@WikLos 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to find this video. Thank You.

@kenugget9593 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, this helped a lot! I'm currently working on "Play with me" solo by Extreme. Only the thumb position solved all the pinky problems which made me increase the speed and progression so much faster! Thank you! 😀

@reynaldoreyes6435 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the lesson you shared

@a-mb9373 4 жыл бұрын

I am going to try this today when i practice. Thanks for the tips!

@mirkaguartatanga2875 4 жыл бұрын

This was mind blowing and helped me a lot, thank you!!!

@donjoseph73 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome I always though my thumb was a bad thing but I’ve always done it as you shown!! I’m exited about that.

@bart5559 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this lesson! Never realised the thumb had so much impact in the pinky while playing guitar! Thank you for this mind opening tip!

@hartchillvibes 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful master Perf! Thanks a lot!

@janielsavetobias3747 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge in guitar to us. I love the way you teach, it's ez to understand. 😊 God bless you!! Keep on sharing and teaching 😇

@edwietholder6880 10 ай бұрын

tremendous help!

@UncleTerry 5 жыл бұрын

some very good instruction that has been missing from other YouTbers guitar videos, thank you.

@Mr.J0802 2 жыл бұрын

Sir Perf! The thumb advice you gave was phenomenal. It gave my pinky a much better control! Thank you!

@sanjufelix Жыл бұрын

Perfecto De Castro- muy Util. thanks so much for an easy explanation and you make it seem pretty easy , the small pinky is where all lies....................

@victormichael9271 10 ай бұрын

I like this video. So precise and helpful. Thanks man

@pooraniv3741 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I was struggling with the pinky for G chord for past 2 days...thank you again.

@reymartcanuel7151 5 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. I like the fact that it explains some anatomy of our palm/hands. 🤚🏻

@rajarajanperiasamy7474 2 жыл бұрын

Just in case i did already say it - THIS IS A GREAT VIDEO AND MAKES MORE SENSE EVERYTIME I WATCH IT!

@sittichoke5475 Жыл бұрын

I watched a lot of basic video until I found this video, This is one of the best ! Thanks 🙏

@moonboogien8908 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, thank you!

@elibap2892 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video, gave me more control on my pinky finger!

@finalsecretofchrono1339 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, thank you

@Murmuring-br9uj 3 жыл бұрын

just what i need! thank you!

@RobertTC009 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing how to use the thumb, very helpful.

@MrMetalclay 5 жыл бұрын

Cool. I'm going to try this, your teachings make a lot of sense. Discipline is going to be the main task as I have 20 years of bad habits to break.

@yudipitre5720 2 жыл бұрын

First time I see . Thank you I needed this lesson as a beginner . I subscribed

@samuelkelii281 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bra for this video. I'm guilty of having problems with my pinky. Thank you for these finger exercises. I've added it to my guitar practice routine. It really helps strengthen my pinky.

@Baerno 4 жыл бұрын

I've been doing battle with my "slide pinky" forever. This looks like it might be the solution for my problem. Thanks!

@sksowap 4 жыл бұрын

Great exercise, thanks

@safateimouri6275 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, quite helpful.

@Blep42O 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good practice thanks for the upload!

@pritesh786786 4 жыл бұрын

Thnks a lot sir......ur just 10 mins had really changed many things in my guitar playing.... Extremely thankful that u r sharing this to beginners like me..,

@terencemoran2315 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the lesson coachhhh

@PinoyGuitaristDad 5 жыл бұрын

Smooth playing and awesome lessons!

@cosmic4701 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! In my 4 years of playing I had no idea that my thumb position was the problem! God bless!

@ddpaw7737 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips sir! Very helpful.

@jostert 4 жыл бұрын

thanks allot! the first few minutes already helped me :D

@jmartecep 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm new to this and you instantly solved my pinky issue. Many thanks.

@AlexpxThreeTen 3 жыл бұрын

🤯 These ten minutes changed my game ... Thank you!

@davil0u 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Sir another lesson to learn coming from you . God Bless You 🙏 and Take Care Always ❤️

@foxbyte0157 4 жыл бұрын

I've been playing with poor hand posture for 7 years.. Time to re-learn the guitar.

@dierzel8537 4 жыл бұрын

Sir perf! THANKS A LOT! Im just a beginner in scales and find my pinky really stressed all the time whenever I play exercises. Thank you sir!

@simplespotter4016 3 жыл бұрын

awesome! thank you!

@dirkmoolman 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a beginner, and so glad I found your channel. You teach things in a way I can really relate to. Thank you.

@dirkmoolman 2 жыл бұрын

I have small hands, and my hand curls into a ball naturally. So the index and pinky point in towards each other, as if I'm holding a ball. I will have to stretch and also practise this a lot. The best thing I'm taking away from this, is to go with the most natural position for my hand and fingers. So I'll be trying variations of my thumb position. My fingers are very short.

@rockindavebyron3960 5 жыл бұрын

Great, great advise, I will share with all, great video bro, all thumbs up !!!

@joergr39 5 күн бұрын

Thank you soooo much. The best exercise ever. Wish I've seen that years earlier. Would have saved me so much frustration.

@tiborbogi7457 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this video on the right time, during my few last practices, I was thinking how to hold my thumb. At first I didn't liked this channel, but now 2. time was explained to me what I need to know to progress my guitar playing. Thank you Perfecto.

@brianabanilla1666 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Ngayon lang ako nakakita ng ganitong lesson para sa mga guitar players. Maraming salamat sir Perf very useful!

@gabriela.4948 5 жыл бұрын

Wow ito po yung hanap kong exercise sa left hand..Thank you very much Maestro Perf😊..

@erroneous6447 4 жыл бұрын

this is the most scientific explanation for pinky work. thank you - great explanation

@siddharthmohansingh6065 3 жыл бұрын

This, was, SUPER-HELPFUL! ❤️

@EPSTopikWorkInKorea 4 жыл бұрын

I was not interested in electric guitar before but because of your informative videos and technical skills, I've got inspired 😁 You just earned a new subscriber. 👌

@robertgoodwinr6523 Жыл бұрын

This is helping. Trying to cure bad habits and this video is great! Thank you! Peace from Boston.

@ramiroramos7762 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining that I will practice more.

@houcinenyange945 3 жыл бұрын

Great thank you. As a beginner guitar player, I'm glad came across this video!

@LagDaemonProgramming 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial man, thank you :)

@JoeSparky20 4 жыл бұрын

For so many months I was wondering why I could not play the hotel california riff especially that chord from Em To F# then Bm F#. I didn't that the secret is only to change the position of my thumb at the back. Now I can do it easily. Thanks again maestro Perf!