How to Find a Good Left Hand Position on the Classical Guitar 

This video is from Douglas Niedt's classical guitar technique tip, "How to Find a Good Left-Hand Position for the Classical Guitar." The link is: douglasniedt.c....
Unlock the secrets to mastering the left-hand positions on the classical guitar with this comprehensive guide! In 'How to Find a Good Left Hand Position on the Classical Guitar,' we explore the two essential left-hand positions: the Parallel Hand Position and the Slanted Hand Position.
t is a nearly one-hour comprehensive guitar lesson on positioning your left hand. I explain the parallel and slanted hand positions, the pros and cons of each, when to use them, and how to use and position the left-hand thumb. But this isn't just for beginners. Even if you've been playing for a long time I think you will learn something new.
You may not be able to watch the entire video in one sitting, or you may want to come back to a particular part. Here is a list of some of the topics I discuss with the time code for each:
00:56 The two left-hand positions
04:06 The parallel hand position
05:19 Five ways to find the parallel hand position.
15:14 Details of the parallel hand position
17:02 Video shot of the difference between the parallel and slanted hand positions
19:16 Placing the fingers perpendicularly on the strings
20:50 Moving from string to string with the parallel hand position
24:43 The pencil trick
26:23 Basics to remember
27:23 All about the left-hand thumb (this is a technique tip in itself)
31:39 The thumb is a passive participant (this point is crucial)
38:32 The wide range of left-hand positions
40:06 The slanted hand position
47:17 The advantages of the parallel hand position
49:59 The parallel hand position may not be suitable for beginners
Whether you're a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or an experienced player aiming to refine your technique, this video is your go-to resource for left-hand positioning on the classical guitar. Dive in and elevate your playing to the next level! #ClassicalGuitar #GuitarTechnique #LeftHandPosition"