The Barre
The reason that these are called barre chords is that your first finger is going to barre across either 6 or 5 strings of the guitar at a time. The trick when you barre is to use the outside (left side) of your first finger (fig 1a) as opposed to the flat surface of your finger (fig 1b)
Although the pictures look like I have a nasty cut on my finger, I am fine. Thanks for the concern.
fig 1a
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fig 1b
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Now barre your first finger across all 6 strings and play each note individually.(fig 2a) Any thuds? Everyone has fingers and hands that are shaped a little different, so you will have to do a little experimentation to find the right position for you. If you are not getting a sound on all of the strings, try moving your hand up a little so that your index finger is extending a little past the top of the neck. (fig 2b)
fig 2a
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fig 2b
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