Janet Robin & Taylor #1: Basic Travis Fingerpicking
This acoustic guitar series of mini-lessons is perfect for the beginner, intermediate, and even advanced acoustic guitarist. With lots of lessons to choose from, you can learn a series of fingerpicking patterns to either start you out on a technique or add a new pattern you may not know. You will also learn some super cool percussive styles and alternate tunings, along with some very important tips and tricks. All of these different techniques will be sure to inspire you as a beginner or step up your acoustic guitar playing to the next level.
The first mini-lesson is about "Basic Travis" Fingerpicking. This is a pattern that's used in many popular songs and a definite must for anyone who wants to play acoustic guitar and especially learn how to fingerpick. We will start with an easy progression and I'll slowly take you through the pattern you need on your picking hand. We'll use repetitions to help you gain muscle memory and not think too hard when you're playing. You'll be fingerpicking in no time!
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