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innocci
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innocci
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04/10/2023 6:50 pm
#1 Originally Posted by: christodouloumarinos

I had lessons with guitar teacher for 6 months before I start GT . He insisted on holding the guitar the classic way (I'm learning electric though). I have to admit it feels natural and relaxed .Anders hold the guitar on his right leg, it looks cool so I gave it a try but in no way I can play like that,my question is what is the right way,I rarely see guitarists holding the guitar the classic way the electrics at least. What are your thoughts. Thanks. 

I've been playing in the classical position for many years, even metal. Do what's comfortable for you, the sound is what matters, not what looks cool.


To be fair though, I'm 59, so looking cool is not worrisome to me.