6/8 is a common time signature in Pop and Rock music. Here are some fun strumming patterns to practice to get used to the feel.

Pattern #1: 1 2 3 4 5 6
D D D D D D

Pattern#2: 1 2 + 3 4 5 + 6
D D U D D D U D

Pattern#3: 1 2 + 3 + 4 5 + 6 +
D D U D U D D U D U

Pattern #1: 1 + 2 3 4 + 5 6
D U D D D U D D

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