In the last article (#2, Rhythms-Simple) we created different rhythms by counting beats and offbeats like: 1 2 3 4+. Now we are going to make some larger spaces appear by leaving out beats. Then we will see how our rhythm work applies to Strumstick (or guitar!), called Free Strumming
Music is far easier than many people think. One way of seeing it is like Legos®. With a few simple building blocks, you can make simple objects, or more complicated ones. With a variety of additional kinds of blocks, you can make immensely complex constructions. That is actually how it is with music, and this article explains how the Strumstick demonstrates that.
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I have been playing, performing, recording, and teaching music for many years. I also make instruments. I've invented the Backpacker Guitar® and the Strumstick®. In addition I have spent more than 30 years selling and teaching about my instruments at over 300 juried art fairs. At these fairs I have spoken with many thousands of people about music, my work, and especially learning (and not learning) instruments. All these experiences have given me a wide perspective on matters of Music, Learning Music, Creativity in general, and the role of the Strumstick in facilitating these things. Those are what this blog will explore. I hope you will enjoy, comment , and subscribe to the blog if these are things that interest you.
Bob McNally
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