TechniqueEasy
Basic Down Strumming
Foundation of rhythm guitar — steady down strums on every beat.
5 minutes
BPM 50–120
Strumming Pattern
Strum direction pattern to practice.
Pattern: All Downs
↓–↓–↓–↓–
How to Practice
- 1Hold a chord of your choice (Em or G are great for beginners).
- 2Strum downward on every beat: 1, 2, 3, 4.
- 3Keep your strumming arm moving at a steady pendulum motion — don't tense up.
- 4Focus on hitting all strings cleanly with consistent volume.
- 5Once comfortable, try switching chords every 2 beats without stopping.
Tips & Techniques
- •Think of your arm as a pendulum — it should always keep swinging even when you skip a strum.
- •Start very slow (60 BPM) and only speed up when the pattern feels automatic.
- •Listen for even spacing between strums — use the metronome as a guide.
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