Introduction to Hybrid Picking
These are 3-point picking patterns based on 5-string banjo techniques, adapted for guitar. In the right hand, we’re using a pick (with Thumb and Index fingers), with Middle finger and Ring finger. These patterns have many uses beyond just acoustic folk and country music.
Example 1 – Forward Roll
Example 2 – Reverse Roll
Example 3 – Bass/Chord
Example 4 – Leapfrog
Example 5 – Leapfrog
Example 6
Example 7 – Outside/Inside
Example 8
Example 9
Example 10
Example 11
