Rock in D minor (variant) — strumming pattern
Although shown as level 1, this grid contains a barre chord (F), unlike other level-1 rhythm grids in the catalogue that are entirely in open position. The displayed level reflects the expected speed and steadiness, not the absence of a barre: if the F barre isn't mastered yet, this isn't the right grid for a very first rhythm exercise.
Tips
If you're new to rhythm strumming, first check that F rings clean before tackling this grid.
Play the rhythm pattern on F alone, held, before applying it to the whole progression.
If F is a problem only here, it's not a rhythm issue but a barre one: isolate it away from any rhythmic context.
Chord progression — Dm
Bar 1
Dm
i
Bar 2
F
III
Bar 3
Am
v
Bar 4
C
VII
Chords
Related sheets
- Rhythm groove riff — G# minor (Level 2)
- Rock in A minor (variant) — muted strums (Level 2)
- Rock in B minor — strumming pattern (Level 2)