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Shamisen Technique Marking Exercise

Focus attention on how performance marks modify a position that is already rhythmically correct.

  • Level: Intermediate
  • Tuning: Any
  • Style: Traditional Style
  • Focus: Techniques, dynamics, and finger marks
0 3 4 5  p
3⌒4 5 3  mf
0 3ⁱ 4² 5³ f

Practice instructions

Read the position and duration before applying the technique mark.

Practice the phrase once without ornament and once with it.

Confirm unfamiliar technique conventions with your teacher.

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