Sweep Picking - Basics

Sweep Picking

This is a basic explanation of the motion, position and technique behind sweep picking with an example using 2 major chords, A and E. When you are writing your sweeping riff is it really important to know the chord progression and the notes within each chord you are playing. My sweeping exercise only uses two chords but ultimately, when you start a heavy sweeping solo you may have 6 chords to sweep over before it repeats so start with a few chords, then add more as you get comfortable moving up and down the fretboard. Less pick showing + less hand movement = more efficiency. @nathanfleet