Finger Rolling & Barring: An Easier Way To Play Faster Shred Licks

You’ve probably been there—ripping through a shred run or a sweep, everything’s flowing… and then—BAM—you hit that awkward fingering that slows you to a crawl. You try stretching, shifting, maybe even throwing in a completely different finger just to make it work, but it still feels clunky.

Here’s the thing—most of the time, the fastest, smoothest solution isn’t about moving more, it’s about moving less. And that’s exactly what finger rolling and barring can do for you.

In this lesson, we’re going to break down why this technique is a total game-changer for speed, when to use it for maximum shred efficiency, and how to get it under your fingers so it feels natural in the middle of your fastest licks.

Let’s dive in.