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Strumming the G, C, & D Open Chords

beginner mandolin

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Step 5 of 5 in Basic Chords and Scales (1)

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  1. 2 Learning Open Mandolin Chords: G, C, & D
  2. 3 A & E Open Mandolin Chords
  3. 4 Open Minor Chords on Mandolin
  4. 5 Strumming the G, C, & D Open Chords — you are here
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Let's learn 3 of the basic "open" chords every picker needs to know: G, C & D! I also give you 4 different strumming patterns so you can learn how to begin playing mandolin rhythm!

Chords Key of G Scales Theory technique

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