Guitar Country Rhythm

Similar to guitar rock and roll timing 4 beat measures of Country Music is slightly different.

In country the 2nd and 4th beats are separated into two parts. Then emphasis is given equally to all the notes, but the first note of each measure is played somewhat louder than the other notes.

\ \ \ \ "One Two and Three Four and"

Practice this rhythm using the country chord progressions. Starting slowly and accurately at first, speed will come with time.

Try variations with different chord patterns after your favorite country artist, you'll quickly find your own style of play.

"One and a two and a three and a four and a" guitar country music rhythm