[Loraine]

Welcome back Jackie! Sounds like you have a busy schedule. Glad you were able to pick up the guitar again.

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I love the sound of percussion too @NW7 . In all honesty, I can’t recall him covering any, but I may be wrong. Shoot a note to him and ask him if he covers it (or write Support and ask).

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That was awesome @acousticdave ! Sounded like a fun time in improv world. Great small win too.

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Sounds like a lot of improvement and a great win @Jeff73 ! Keep on plunking!

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Fantastic wins @WAMGOC – Keep up the great work!

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Welcome to TAC @StuDat , and that’s an awesome win. Congratulations!

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@SherryH Great testament to your hard work and to TAC! Keep up the great work!

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Those are great wins @Badgerbanshee ! Keep up the great work!

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A deserved small win @RudyB !! Great job!

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I have no clue what happened to my earlier post. @CaptainFuture Welcome to the TAC community! As for strumming, there are a multitude of videos on strumming technique, and you’ll probably hear several different explanations. There is a course in the Skills section here, Strumming Jumpstart that you might want to take a look at. Beginners typically use more of there forearm strumming, but as you gain speed and experience, you’ll want to use your wrist for strumming to be able to play smoother and faster. You’ll want to keep your wrist very loose while doing so.

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Awesome win @00webbj ! Sounds like you’ve already come far in just 30 days.

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Always an exciting wi when we tackle the first string change. Great job! I use Ernie Ball on my Orangewood and love the earthy sound of them.

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This was beautifully performed David. I really wish you would join us at the VOM’s. You would no doubt love them. Keep up the great playing and vocals!

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I typically am too heavy handed with my strumming hand. I’ve really struggled with strumming, but it’s come a long way this year. I’ll have to remember to brush the strings instead of heavier strumming. Maybe my pick won’t fly out of my hand or turn as much when strumming more lightly. Thanks for the tip @That_Guy !

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VOM = Virtual Open Mic at https://justmusicgeeks.com/index.php. Since COVID, all open mics have been virtual through Zoom. They are currently held every week on Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons, and biweekly on Thursdays, and the 2nd & 4th Fridays during a month. You can play or simply watch and support other players.