Thumb Position!

Here are 3 simple tips to start playing in thumb position easily and safely!

1⃣ Take a small step back around the thumb stop
2⃣ Raise your elbow
3⃣ Prepare your thumb

If you can play a 2 octave scale, then you can go into thumb position so don’t wait!

and yes I know, my D & G are very out of tune! My Olivs do not do well in the cold weather!

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