<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><oembed><type>video</type><version>1.0</version><html>&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.loom.com/embed/a0d6fdcf5d114c5c9b41d43b5d0ecda6&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; width=&quot;1280&quot; height=&quot;960&quot; webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</html><height>960</height><width>1280</width><provider_name>Loom</provider_name><provider_url>https://www.loom.com</provider_url><thumbnail_height>960</thumbnail_height><thumbnail_width>1280</thumbnail_width><thumbnail_url>https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/a0d6fdcf5d114c5c9b41d43b5d0ecda6-b0b85dc985af5576.gif</thumbnail_url><duration>495.0145</duration><title>Fingerstyle Guitar: Pinching Technique Explained 🎸</title><description>In this video, I address your question about pinching the strings while fingerpicking, specifically how to use my thumb and fingers effectively. I explain the concept of a pinch, which involves using my thumb and index finger to pluck two strings simultaneously, and I discuss the direction of picking motions, likening the thumb&apos;s movement to a down strum and the other fingers to up strums. I also introduce exercises for practicing different types of pinches with various chords, like C and G. If you have more specific questions or need clarification, please feel free to reach out to me via email. I&apos;m here to help you navigate fingerstyle guitar!</description></oembed>