Objectives:

1. Learn the 2 ways of holding a guitar: classical and casual.
2. Learn tips that will help you have the best form for playing guitar.

CASUAL STYLE TIPS

• Above all, RELAX and don't think too much about sitting or you will defeat the purpose but try to incorporate these into your practice. In the long run you will be very glad you did.

Good form

• Level and relaxed shoulders
• Relaxed back, not twisted in any way.
• Head of the guitar about the level of your head.
• Sitting relatively straight up, not hunching over the guitar.

For even a more descriptive explanation of good and bad form see the self study section's "Sitting Position."

BUT ... don't obsess over it, just if you notice that you are playing uncomfortably, maybe the way you are sitting is a possible reason.

CLASSICAL STYLE TIPS

• Again, RELAX and don't think too much about sitting or you will defeat the purpose but try to incorporate these into your practice. In the long run you will be very glad you did.

Good form

• Level and relaxed shoulders
• Relaxed back, not twisted in any way.
• Head of the guitar about the level of your head.
• Sitting relatively straight up, not hunching over the guitar.
• Upper bout of the guitar resting on your left thigh. (or right depending on what hand you play with)
• Your left foot should be elevated (not evident in picture but a foot stool is there) You can buy one of these at any guitar store.

For even a more descriptive explanation of good and bad form see the self study section's "Sitting Position."

BUT AGAIN... don't obsess over it, just if you notice that you are playing uncomfortably, maybe the way you are sitting is a possible reason.

STANDING

You can also stand using a guitar strap, The same principles apply as the sitting positions.