The Parallel Exercises are designed to improve the technique of the left hand. Their goal is to train the hand to change positions with speed, comfort, and accuracy, focusing on the points where most mistakes are made.

• The 1st exercise includes six different fingerings.
• The 2nd exercise has five fingerings.
• The 3rd exercise contains three fingerings.
• The remaining exercises contain one fingering each.

The first four exercises are written only on the second string, but they must also be played on the other five. The continuous movement of the left hand makes these exercises effective and safe, as long as the position changes are made carefully.