Learn to Play Percussive Acoustic Guitar Rhythms

Keep rhythm with two hands but sound like a trio

Maneli Jamal demonstrates how to get percussive elements out of the acoustic guitar while playing a chord progressions in 4/4. Watch as he uses the heel of his hand to get that percussive hit with attack. Add some extra eighth notes to spice it up.

Maneli Jamal is an award-winning guitarist and longtime endorsing artist. See other lessons at manelijamal.com.

Elixir Strings inspire me to pick up my guitar more because of that rich tone that we all want out of our acoustic guitars.Maneli Jamal

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