Part 5/14:
Innovation and Personalization in Technique
Use of Different Fingerings and Approaches
Rick Graham reveals his process of adopting unconventional fingerings, including the use of pinkies and alternate finger arrangements, to handle extended arpeggios and fast passages. He emphasizes that there are no strict rules—players should adapt techniques to their comfort and musical expression, breaking away from dogmatic teachings.
Andy James echoes this sentiment, sharing how he intentionally explores challenging positions and stretches to push his boundaries. His approach involves placing himself in uncomfortable situations to develop new solutions and expand his technical capacity.