Next up is a folk/country strumming rhythm, which alternates between the bass strings and the higher strings. Because folk music is narrative driven, the feel of this strumming pattern is a great ...

We're breaking 22 essential chords into three areas – beginner guitar chords, folk and blues. There's plenty of inspiration here for any style and skill level though, plus audio for every chord.

If you are struggling with how to strum a guitar - this is the lesson for you. Each of the strumming patterns in this lesson is progressive in that they build off each other.