We can count this by adding an "and" between these beats. We're
simply splitting these beats in half or subdividing them. So our strum-
ming pattern would look like this:
c c
down down up down down up down down up down down up
1 2 & 3 4 & 12 & etc...
It's important to note that our count is not getting longer or shorter with
these added notes. If this is not making sense, watch this video as I show
you this strumming pattern.
c
down down up down down up down down up down down up
1 2 & 3 4 & 12 & etc...
As you get more comfortable with this strumming pattern, add a chord
change. Again, practice this until you can change chords seamlessly.
Start out slow first and gradually increase your speed. Remember, it's
all about keeping that solid and consistent rhythm.
Strumming Pattern #3: Down, Down, Up, Down, Up,
Down, Up
This strumming pattern goes even a step farther and adds another up
strum. This is the strumming pattern I used in my cover of "Somewhere
Over the Rainbow."
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