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Fingernails on Vibrating Strings

The nails of either hand can produce a buzz if applied lightly to a vibrating string. 
If a continuous buzz is desired then care must be taken to not stop the string vibrating.
However, a transition from open string to buzz to choked pitch can be achieved by gradually increasing the pressure with the nail. 

Dynamic Range: pp-ff
Difficulty: 1-2
Special Notes: Can also be performed with bow wood/ bow screw.
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Barry Guy Statements II
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