Struggling With Strumming? Try This Quick Fix

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Struggling with getting your strumming to sound smooth and natural? In this guitar lesson, I share a game-changing test that will elevate your rhythm game!
Discover why isolating upstrokes is crucial for many guitar players and how it can be a game-changer for your playing.
Learn the secrets to achieving a perfect upstroke sound by adjusting your pick angle and mastering the rotation of your forearm. Unleash the power of a loose wrist for flawless strumming.
Join me in a step-by-step exercise to build accuracy and feel for realistic performance speeds. From slow and steady to faster tempos, we'll ensure your strumming stays on point.
Add rhythm to the equation as we count and synchronize upstrokes with the beats. This essential skill will set you on the path to achieving that elusive groove and feel in your playing.
The ultimate test: Set your metronome to 60 BPM and take on the challenge. If you nail this exercise, you're well on your way to mastering rhythm and creating that musical magic!
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▶️ Table of Contents
0:00 - Intro
2:39 - Pick Angle
3:49 - Exercise 1: Activate Forearm
5:33 - Exercise 2: Develop The Mechanics
6:28 - Exercise 3: Add The Rhythm
8:42 - How To Count It Out
9:30 - Tips & Resources
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[@matthallam7772]

My experience in getting strumming to be consistent It’s posture ,if the guitar is angled, most beginners do this to see the chords. Try to be as 90 ddegrees as possible ,just try it,it’s one thing that helped me

[@aureliomartinez2633]

Very well explained video.for us new beginners

[@nomadexplorer6682]

Thanks James. Your detailing is superb. The strike angle of the pick is well explained. Also, slow and precise and fast and loose are knacks for good control.

[@gregalderson128]

I really enjoy your videos. You have really been helping me get better and learning things to work on, so that I am practicing with purpose.

[@johnwestcott5606]

Great lesson, James! The perfect solution to my upstroke strumming difficulty! Thank you!

[@lovecraftwithme]

You are a phenomenal teacher, thank you so much for your content ❤

[@dasninjastix]

Thank you Sir. I had a mini pity party for myself tonight because after 2 months I still can't consistently strum with a pick. This really puts into focus what I need to concentrate on to improve my consistency. Thank you very much!

[@teamnoble9715]

I was missing the rotation for years. Never thought I'd get it. Was digging in on the way up. Sounded choppy and terrible. Dropping picks and generally ready to give up. Then it clicked. I had to mimick the down angle while going up. Thank you for your videos. I didn't need this one as I got the technique but love watching and liking your content. Thank you.

[@Sincity4me]

I admit one reason I quit guitar was I wasn't getting the upstroke to sound right. I think this video will help so I may pick it up again. One thing not covered in this video that did help me somewhat before was changing to a more flexible pick. The pick I was using was much too stiff. After changing I noticed a better sound but the bottom E was still over riding the other strings.

[@barbbolduc7501]

Great Lesson James! I typically don't use a pick but realize I do need to get comfortable with it for many songs: without nudging the strings with my thumb knuckle. Correcting hand posture (I think).

[@aureliomartinez2633]

Skipping the up strocks are Main problem I can do up and down but still doesn't sound like any song or music to my ears

[@rockydaleo6998]

Great advice! I’ve been watching you for a while and appreciate what your doing. At some point I’ll sign up for one of your programs but for now, I’m just getting started. Just curious… what guitar do you use… I have my eye on a Martin DJR. For now I have a cheap guitar from Amazon. Serves the purpose. Thanks!

[@michaelbobson6375]

Martin DJR is a good solid guitar for the $$ Best of luck!

[@benjamming5090_SlimJimJamming]

Been trying to get the grasp of holding a pick n strum but really struggling n dont get..im on verge of giving up

[@robertguerrero9862]

Brand of metronome, please??