10-Minute Chord Change Drill (C, G, Am, F)

Most beginners stall because they only practice static chord shapes. This drill trains the actual movement between shapes.

Using short timed rounds makes progress visible and keeps practice focused.

• Strum each chord once and check every note: C, G, Am, F.
• Do 4 slow transitions per pair: C->G, G->Am, Am->F, F->C.
• Keep strumming hand moving even if the left hand is late.

Focus on clean landings first. Speed comes after consistency.

• Round 1 (60s): C <-> G
• Round 2 (60s): Am <-> F
• Round 3 (60s): C -> G -> Am -> F loop
• Rest 30-45s and repeat one more cycle
• Use 65-75 BPM if needed with down-strums only

• If F is buzzing, practice mini-F and add full barre later.
• If G is slow, pre-shape finger 3 and 4 before moving finger 2.
• If rhythm breaks, reduce tempo by 5 BPM and keep the right hand moving.

Run each block for equal time, then repeat one weak block at the end.

Move to the next lesson set in the same focus area.