Jerryc41
Well-known member
Some people seem to think that strumming is just strumming, but finger picking is a skill. I prefer strumming.
Every song has its own need for a particular strumming pattern, and I try to find that when I play. Strumming hard and soft, fast and slow makes the song come alive for me. When I hear people picking every song, it often seems hollow - shallow.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not against picking, but I think that some songs sound better when strummed. Picking can work beautifully with the right song and the right player, but I don't see it as a universal replacement for strumming.
I know I could have worded this better, so let me finish with a good statement. Some songs sound better when strummed, and some sound better when picked. I hope that's non-controversial enough for everyone.
Every song has its own need for a particular strumming pattern, and I try to find that when I play. Strumming hard and soft, fast and slow makes the song come alive for me. When I hear people picking every song, it often seems hollow - shallow.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not against picking, but I think that some songs sound better when strummed. Picking can work beautifully with the right song and the right player, but I don't see it as a universal replacement for strumming.
I know I could have worded this better, so let me finish with a good statement. Some songs sound better when strummed, and some sound better when picked. I hope that's non-controversial enough for everyone.