Guitar Strum Patterns Don't Matter - Focus on Rhythm & Feel

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Guitar Strum Patterns Don't Matter - Focus on Rhythm & Feel

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Strum patterns can be confusing and limit your progress as you start. In this video, Sam Farkas describes a different way to think about strum patterns and how they can be applied musically, regardless of your skill level.
So forget about focusing on strum patterns. Instead, learn to embrace the essence of rhythm, feel, and timing. Sam breaks down why these elements are the true cornerstone of musical expression, irrespective of your skill level.
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@dirkiedenh 3 ай бұрын

I’m glad some one finally says this. Thank you

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for tuning in and subscribing.

@powerpixie2965 5 ай бұрын

"Most musicians will have variation...to create interest, and to make it more musical, and have feeling..." This is what I think is lacking in general with music today as so much is focused on being technical and/or perfect, and I can see where it starts -- which is the robotic "strumming patterns". 🙂 I was about to embark on a strumming pattern odyssey to nowhere, but thanks to your advice I will stick to working on feeling, interest and having fun making it sound musical. 🙏🏽❤🎸

@sarahbethcohen2864 5 ай бұрын

I started playing guitar in 1963 but never took a lesson. I also never even heard the term strum-pattern until the internet. I never tried to duplicate songs but rather adapt songs to my own interpretation. We didn't use metronomes but tapped our feet and you could feel the music, the timing and what's appropriate.

@julierobinson2860 5 ай бұрын

This is EXACTLY what I needed to hear TODAY!!!!!! I’m just in my first month of playing guitar… and focusing on a strum pattern is hindering my progress…. I’m Too focused on a set pattern I can memorize instead of FEELING the rhythm of the song… THANKYOU THANKYOU!!! Perfect timing!🎸🎸

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 5 ай бұрын

Hey Julie! Fantastic!! So happy this was helpful for you. You are very welcome! Thanks for tuning in to our channel. Have fun.😊

@nomadexplorer6682 5 ай бұрын

I agree with your logic. Timing and simplicity are more important. When vocals are shared, the rhythm should be in harmony, appealing, and pleasing.

@scottsimpkins350 5 ай бұрын

Same as Julie’s comment ! Same time frame, same issue. I have learned the DDU UDU because everyone says that’s the Mother of Strumming pattern - but noticed if I miss a direction or cut the pattern short - it still sounds good. NOW I need to zero in on time and rhythm. Thanks- new subscriber !!

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 5 ай бұрын

Hi Scott! Great, happy to hear this was helpful to you. Working on consistent rhythm and strumming is really important…even for intermediate players. So, be patient with yourself and just keep plugging away. And have fun while you’re doing it. None of this comes naturally for most, myself included. Keep it up! Thanks for subscribing!🙌

@rebelliouslogic2705 2 ай бұрын

Great advice.. I've found my rhythm and im playing so smooooth now. It seems that when im playing that I will adapt to mistakes and as long as its in rhythm it sounds good. The second I try to stick to the rules it all crumbles. Took me years to figure this out.

@allanyork244 3 ай бұрын

Great advice well done peace and love to you and yours

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Back at ya.🙌

@gzackerman 5 ай бұрын

Excellent lesson! Thank you!

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! You’re welxome.🙌

@dteasdale77 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! Exactly what I was wondering about!

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 6 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@christlow1234 5 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more been playing guitar for Many years listen up guys ..this guy is right on the money and I like this guy hate the expression strum pattern

@KBFM2564 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for this!

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 5 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@garygeurts8407 5 ай бұрын

Very helpful! Thx. Keith Richard’s is a great example

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 5 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Yes, Uncle Keef is a great example. His rhythm playing is the motor of the Stones.

@keithrawlings7633 5 ай бұрын

Someone FINALLY said it! Thank you!!

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 5 ай бұрын

🙌you’re welcome.

@2696ize 5 ай бұрын

Good lesson !

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

@WinstonOBoogie007 5 ай бұрын

Man, I couldn’t agree more. I’ve never understood the up down down up up - so robotic.

@danhayden4023 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! Being new I was always looking for the pattern.....Can you answer this.....do you find yourself playing different "patterns" when playing? If i find the rhythm and play, I seem to change things as I go.

@GreenHillsGuitarStudio 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@tripyhippy 3 ай бұрын

No one's really wrong? it's just how you adapt to what you're trying to learn? I personally don't understand it all, but if I practice just a little bit the rewards are huge...I'm finding that Im just a guitar player, not a musician... the two are entirely 2 different things but are somewhat common in the love of playing music...