Improve Guitar Timing: Ghost Strums & Up-Strums

Tired of struggling to play in time with your favorite songs? This essential guitar lesson is for you! We’re diving deep into the fundamentals of great rhythm, showing you exactly how to play in time consistently and confidently on the guitar.

In this video, Musician's Addition's Evan shares his best practice tips and techniques to help you lock into the tempo. We’ll show you why a metronome is your absolute best friend. We also cover the vital skill of steady strumming, working on eight notes and double time to build precision.

We introduce two powerful rhythm techniques: the "ghost strum" to maintain your flow, and how to practice and strengthen your up-strums so you can handle any complex strumming pattern. Whether you're a beginner learning basic strumming patterns or a seasoned player, these exercises will dramatically improve your timing and musicality.

Ready to finally stop speeding up or slowing down? Watch now to start practicing smarter!

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