TIPS FOR PLAYING A LUTE

Here we leave you 5 useful, simple and easy tips to get the best sound from your lute

1. Use your thumb
Use your thumb to play the strings, but direct it towards the soundboard. Then you can stop at the support of the rope below you, until you use it again.
2.Use the middle, index and ring fingers
It is recommended that the size of the nails be a little long but without exceeding the flesh of the fingers. These will serve you to make a "pizzicata", trying to touch the strings in the direction of the box. With this you will make the nail let out two strings, resulting in a much more harmonious sound.
3.  You Must Arpeggiate
It is recommended that you use a pick for this action, not only will the work be easier, but you will also emit much louder sounds. At first it may be difficult, but over time you will gain a lot of experience.
You have to take your thumb and index finger to pick up the pick, now choose a string and for each note you have to try not to play another string, follow the notes that are requested step by step and do not lose patience.
4. Use of the right hand when playing the lute
If you want to make proper use of your right hand, try to keep it closed, then open it for each string you touch. But remember, the thumb is stretched out and the little finger is cramped.
5. Use of the left hand
This hand is the one that must be completely free, try not to touch the handle anywhere. Unless it is through the thumb, which must be located and supported on the underside, such as at the back of the handle and keep it fully extended. The other four fingers have to be arched, taking into account the point ready for the strings. You do not have to forget this indication, as it is very important.