Essential Tips for Strumming 16th Notes - Guitar Lesson

Essential Tips for Strumming 16th Notes - Guitar Lesson ✅ Support Lauren's Channel by Purchasing her 7 LEVEL GUITAR SYSTEM: http://www.laurenbatemanguitar.com/courseyt

In this lesson, I’m diving into one of the most exciting parts of rhythm guitar playing — 16th note strumming patterns. Learning how to master these rhythms can totally transform the way you play and help your strumming sound more natural, expressive, and alive.

I start by breaking down how to count 16th notes so you can stay in time and feel confident keeping the groove steady. Then, I’ll walk you through a few simple patterns to get started — perfect for ballads and slower songs like Hey Jude or Heart of Gold. Once you’ve got the basics, I’ll show you how to add in that extra strum that gives your rhythm more emotion and drive.

We’ll also explore faster patterns inspired by artists like Mumford & Sons, and I’ll share tips on keeping your strumming hand relaxed, developing speed, and avoiding tension. By the end, you’ll understand how to mix eighth and 16th notes, use accents, and build dynamic rhythms that make your playing really stand out.

⏱ Strumming 16th Notes Guitar Lesson Chapters: ⏱

00:00 – Introduction & why 16th notes matter
00:21 – How to count 16th notes
02:27 – Keeping your strumming hand relaxed
03:57 – Adding one 16th note to basic patterns
06:39 – Fast Mumford & Sons–style rhythm
09:51 – Building speed and avoiding tension
11:26 – Accenting beats for dynamic strumming
13:13 – Combining downstrokes and upstrokes
15:44 – Feeling the rhythm vs. counting
17:02 – Final thoughts & next lesson

✅ SUPPORT LAUREN'S CHANNEL by purchasing her courses:
- 7 Level Guitar System: https://www.laurenbatemanguitar.com/courseyt
- Strumming Course: https://www.laurenbatemanguitar.com/strumming
- See ALL Courses: https://www.laurenbateman.com/courses

???? SUBSCRIBE for more free YouTube guitar lessons: https://bit.ly/2ZRWvls

✅ GEAR & PRODUCT RECOMENDATIONS: (below are affiliate links)
????GUITARS: https://kit.co/laurenbateman/guitar-recommendations
????AMPS & STRINGS:https://kit.co/laurenbateman/beginner-guitar-accessory-recommendations
????GUITAR PICKS: https://kit.co/laurenbateman/guitar-pick-recommendations
????SONG BOOKS: https://kit.co/laurenbateman/guitar-book-recommendations

✅ Recommended Playlists:
???? Rhythm Guitar Series:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL10FTzm-zsiIbeMmCfQy2OinmlAMQkDNW
???? Guitar Finger Dexterity Series:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL10FTzm-zsiIZpqDZz1LIPvjwAAInvv3N
???? Beginner Guitar Songs:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqYDbV5iubk&list=PL10FTzm-zsiL4eHVbKeJWR5uRgrJfJpxL
???? Late Beginner - Intermediate Guitar Songs:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL10FTzm-zsiIvbPXoHk8WlvY6naYUSkOs

✅TIPS WELCOME:
Enjoy the lesson? Give Lauren a Tip: http://www.laurenbateman.com/tipjar

✅ CONNECT WITH LAUREN:
Private Community: http://www.laurenbatemanguitar.com/fellowship
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thelaurenbateman
Original music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lauren-bateman/359728818

Thank you for watching my guitar lesson.

Lauren :)

Lauren Bateman is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. If you enjoyed my guitar lesson, consider purchases from the above links as the help support this channel.

#LaurenBateman #LaurenBatemanGuitar