String Names
The strings of the guitar are numbered 1 through 6 from the highest to lowest according to their pitch, that is, from the smallest diameter (closest to the floor) to the largest. This is one example of when pitch contradicts physical direction, but we can avoid confusion by always speaking in terms of pitch.
The outside strings (6th and 1st) are both E strings.
We can differentiate between them by referring to the 1st string as "high E" and the 6th string as "low E".
Here is a mnemonic device to help you remember the names of the strings:
1st Eleven
2nd Big
3rd Gorillas
4th Dance
5th All
6th Evening
Strings can be referenced by either their letter name or number.
For example:
"Play that note on the 4th string" or "Play that note on the D string"
The outside strings (6th and 1st) are both E strings.
We can differentiate between them by referring to the 1st string as "high E" and the 6th string as "low E".
Here is a mnemonic device to help you remember the names of the strings:
1st Eleven
2nd Big
3rd Gorillas
4th Dance
5th All
6th Evening
Strings can be referenced by either their letter name or number.
For example:
"Play that note on the 4th string" or "Play that note on the D string"
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