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RE: Thumbrest, right hand and pain

Author: Dee
Date: 2001-09-01 00:56

The right hand thumb generally should not need to be bent.

Some other tips.

The right hand wrist should be relatively straight.
The right hand fingers, including the little finger should all have a slight curve to them. Flat fingers will tend to lock up. Even if they don't lock up, flat fingers will limit your finger speed.
The elbows should be comfortable, relaxed, and next to your body. Not sticking out away from the body.

The correct thumb position will help you achieve a better finger position, which will make it easier to reach all the keys. Eventually it leads to the ability to play fast music easier as the fingers are more relaxed and able to move more naturally.

Good luck.

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