2nd Most Common Strumming Pattern ever! This lesson is from the Andy Guitar Beginner Guitar Course.
Let's look at the 2nd Most Common Strumming Pattern while also gaining an understanding of why some patterns are needed in different musical contexts.
The D DU UD strumming, which we all know by now, is perfect for faster BPM songs due to the broader movements meaning we move less at a higher tempo.
D D D DU Strumming
At slower BPM's, there is 1 pattern that tends to come up more frequently at this level and will fit many songs perfectly! This pattern goes: D D D DU x2 in 1 bar as shown in the example.
Crucially, there is:
More movement in this pattern than the D DU UD pattern
Accents needed on beats 2 and 4
a small twist of the wrist when strumming
16th rhythm/embellishments
Accents needed on beats 2 and 4
Songs that use similar strumming patterns
Live Forever - Oasis
Let Her Go - Passenger
