This lesson builds on the Windshield Wiper motion and introduces your first exercise: the Moving 8th Note Strum.

Explanation

We start with simple quarter notes:

1 2 3 4

Then we add one upstroke at a time, placing it after each downbeat:

• 1 + 2 3 4
• 1 2 + 3 4
• 1 2 3 + 4
• 1 2 3 4 +

Focus on keeping the strumming motion continuous and relaxed, even when you’re not hitting the strings.

Work through all four variations, then move on to the next lesson when they feel comfortable.