Yes, Robert, you should do more exercises, because they definitely improve the sense of rhythm and, moreover, provide a lot of fun.

I've noticed that it is not too difficult for me (as a 16th rhythm beginner) to learn rhythm patterns with a lot of hits and scratches (for example, one bar: n_xx  nvnx  xvxx  nxxx).

On the other hand, it’s far more difficult for me, at this stage, to learn patterns with only a few accents, as in your Robben Ford Style Funky Blues. But playing with less accents sounds more interesting and advanced.

My wish for more Soundsclice exercises: An easy, medium and advanced exercise with rhythm patterns and chord changes adapted to the different levels, so that a beginner can slowly improve.

Thanks a lot,

Birgit

This is a big topic. I need to think about it and plan this out.

Feel free to give me more feedback. 

I want to make it clear that what I have in mind is applicable to almost any music. It involves strumming steady 8th and 16th notes, both even feel and shuffle feel. This involves both timing/feel and technique. The next ingredient is muting technique. In addition to these things, we learn how to play accents at any place we want. That creates a groove. Naturally, some patterns will be a better groove than others. 

Thoughts?

Robert - That sounds great. Looking forward to it!

Sounds good- I hope you can throw in some funk chords to round it out!

Sounds good for me too. And, as Clayton mentioned before, some funky chords and also some voicings.

Thanks a lot,

Birgit