Balalaika is a traditional Russian instrument, today it is becoming an increasingly rare phenomenon in people's homes. It is quite easy to learn how to play the balalaika, but few people are interested in folk music. There are almost no balalaika professionals in the world. Those who want to learn how to play the balalaika and have serious intentions have practically no competition, which to some extent is an absolute plus.
It is necessary
balalaika, self-instruction manual, it is also better to have spare strings
Instructions
Step 1
If you decide to learn how to play the balalaika, then it's time to start. This tool has many benefits. In addition to the fact that almost all Russian folk music can be played on the balalaika, this instrument is relatively easy to master. Carrying it with you is simple and convenient. Small and compact, the balalaika in a case takes up almost no space and is very easy to carry.
Step 2
The first thing you should do is decide how you will study the balalaika game - with a teacher or a self-study guide. Both approaches have their advantages. Of course, the teacher has much more of them, but you can start to master this tool using a self-instruction manual. If you decide to practice the balalaika on your own, it is also recommended that you familiarize yourself with musical notation, since most of the exercises and compositions for balalaika have musical notation. The teacher can show some techniques and tunes directly "from the hands", so usually the musical notation when learning to play the balalaika from the teacher is learned when you already know how to play something.
Step 3
To play well without getting tired, and to produce correct technique and sound, you should learn the basics of sitting and hand positioning when playing. Balalaika musicians sit as follows: on a chair, close to the edge, legs bent at the knees at an angle of about 90 degrees, the body is straight, but not tense, a neck with strings in the left hand, the body between the knees. Legs squeeze the body of the instrument slightly, supporting it. While playing, relax, do not press your left hand to your body, do not keep your palm close to the bar. Watch the video how the musicians hold the instrument - a lot will become clear to you.
Step 4
With the correct fit, start learning the basic techniques of sound production: rattling, pizzicato (single, double), tremolo, vibrato, fractions, harmonics, and other techniques. Do not hurry. It is best to follow the lessons provided in the self-study guide. Remember to review everything you have learned before each session.
