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Three Tips for Playing Chords Cleanly
Cathy Fink playing acoustic guitar
Learn to Play Rock-Solid Rhythm Guitar

What are fundamental acoustic guitar techniques? Basic strumming, flatpicking, and fingerpicking are all techniques that provide a solid foundation on the instrument. Legato moves like hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides also fall under the umbrella of fundamental technique. The lessons here are perfect for beginning and intermediate guitar players.

Learn How To Shift Between Chords

This brief exercise is excerpted from Rhythm and Strumming Basics by Josh Workman. Let’s start working on some chord shifting by changing between G and C chords on each beat (Example 6). Allow your fingers to change as slowly as necessary for a smooth transition. If the open strings continue…

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