Strumming Pattern 12 — Starts on Upstroke

Begins with an upstroke on the '&' of beat 1. Unusual feel that trains coordination.

7 minutes

BPM 50–100

Strumming Pattern

Strum direction pattern to practice.

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How to Practice

1Pattern: _ ↑ ↓↑ ↓↑ _ ↑
2The first strum is an upstroke on '&1' — your arm swings DOWN on beat 1 without hitting strings.
3Start with a silent downswing, then your first actual strum is up.

Tips & Techniques

•Keep your strumming arm moving in a constant 8th-note pendulum — even on 'miss' slots your arm swings through the air.
•Start at 60 BPM and only speed up when the pattern feels automatic.
•Count aloud: '1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &' while you play.

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