In the two previous posts I have discussed Cowboy/Open Chord songs and my approach to teaching them. Last month I spoke about applying whole note rhythms in order to allow the student ample time to change from chord to chord. Moreover, whole note rhythms would help the student establish a longer sense of pulse.
This month the student will be applying half note rhythms to quicken their strumming pattern. Once again students will using only down strokes as indicated by the arrows on beats 1 and 3, as well as continuing to work with a metronome to ensure rhythms are played in proper time.
Next month I’ll continue on the topic of how to teach Cowboy Chord songs.
