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Fingering
01
the act of positioning and using fingers on an instrument to play specific notes or chords
What is "fingering"?
Fingering refers to the specific way in which a musician uses their fingers to play notes or chords on a musical instrument. This term is commonly used for instruments such as piano, guitar, or woodwind instruments. Fingering involves choosing which fingers to use and where to place them on the instrument to achieve the desired notes or sounds. Proper fingering is crucial for playing efficiently and producing accurate and smooth musical passages.
Examples
The pianist practiced her fingering to ensure smooth transitions between notes.
The guitarist adjusted his fingering to play the challenging chord sequence.
02
the act of touching something with the fingers
Examples
She felt the fabric with gentle fingering to test its texture.
The child 's curious fingering of the artifact caused the museum staff concern.
