Is it possible to learn the how to play the Chapman Stick without first learning the bass or guitar first?
Posted on December 9th, 2009 by f1xSTRM
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I'm interested in learning how to play the Chapman Stick. Do I need to take guitar or bass lessons first, or can I start from scratch with the Stick?
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The technique for playing the stick is very different from guitar and bass. I tried learning the Stick a few years ago, and found it very difficult to "de-program" myself from what I was used to playing on guitar.
So…you might actually be better off starting off on the Stick if that’s what you want to play. It’s a wonderful instrument.
Good luck.
Greetings from Austin, Tx
Ken