Strumming Patterns


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Strumming PatternsLearning new strumming patterns is one of the hardest things that a lot of new guitar players face. Some people find the coordination tricky, others find it nearly difficult to keep time, and still others fight with simply being able to strum while changing chords.

The strumming patterns you use will have a huge impact on how good a song sounds when you play it on the guitar, and in many cases, the strum pattern is one of the signature parts of the song. Learning how to strum a guitar therefore is quite important, and that’s the main focus of the lessons you’ll find in this category.

There are many different aspects to guitar strumming, for instance muting strings, adding dynamics, and blues strumming, among others. So if  you simply want to learn a new trick, or if you’re really trying hard to master your strumming, pick one of the videos below, grab your guitar, and let’s get started!

Strumming Patterns:

Muting The E String

One of the things that beginner guitar players have a lot of difficulty with is getting a good clear sound out of their chords. I know, I’ve suffered through hearin[more]

The D Thing – Strumming & Picking Combined

Today’s lesson is really just focusing in on one particular type of rhythmic picking and strumming combination that I really enjoy doing. Personally I like using th[more]

Adding Dynamics To Your Guitar Playing

When you’re playing guitar dynamics are very important. The same is true for any instrument, but how do you add dynamics to your guitar playing? Although there are [more]

Basic Guitar Strumming Tips For Newbies

Strumming always seems to be an issue when you’re starting out playing guitar. I’ve done a couple different lessons on strumming before, but I though this tim[more]

Blues Guitar Strumming

Today’s guitar lesson is on the art of strumming, specifically, blues guitar strumming. As you’ll see, I initially started this strumming lesson using G C and[more]

Beginner Tips On Guitar Strumming

Here’s a guitar lesson for beginners on guitar strumming. One of the most common things that I’ve heard from you fine folk is you’re having difficulties[more]

Last Dance With Mary Jane Chords For Guitar

Here’s a guitar lesson on how to play the Last Dance With Mary Jane chords by Tom Petty. I didn’t address the riffs in this song, as this video is targeted to[more]

Learn a Blues Shuffle

This blues shuffle is fun to play and sounds great at the same time. Plus, it gives you tons of room to noodle over. Bored playing it clean? Hit the talent button and cru[more]