Topic: strumming patterns

hey guys ive only just started playing guitar, i can read chords and everything but i cant figure out strumming patterns, is there an easy way to figure them out sad

Re: strumming patterns

Unfortunately no.  I've seen some guitar tab with strum patterns indicating when to make up and down strums or palm muting but I've never found them very helpful.

The only way to pick up a strum pattern for a tune is to listen to it a few times.  Then relax and try and feel the music and the beat. Start off slow and let your arm and hand do what feels natural and it will come of its own accord.  With a complex tune, break it down into sections.  I know it doesn't sound very technical but the more you do it the easier it gets.

I also don't think it helps to be too slavish to the original.  Add your own embelishments or, if you're struggling, simplify.

Re: strumming patterns

Hi cabb_x,I agree with the above post if you try the strumm patterns it will drive you nuts.

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Re: strumming patterns

im a beginner myself, only a few months ago i was asking the same question, now i can play aprox 10 to 15 easy songs, all you can really do is listen to the beat and play, at first it wont souund good but soon enough you'll notice improvement,

Re: strumming patterns

Hi cabb, and welcome to Chrodie!!! If you go to the Chordie acoustic forum you'll see a green sticky note that will take you to some videos for several strumming patterns. By no way all but at least a few to get started on

Re: strumming patterns

I would suggest using your fretting hand to mute the strings. That way your not focusing on what chords to play. Then listen to the song and strum along with the beat. After a while it will become second nature. It will drive you nuts if you try to make every strum match the artist you are emulating.

Re: strumming patterns

hey this is cabb__x but i had to make a new account   cheers for all ya help  it really worked smile