Originally Posted by: quinn31st

Does the suggested strum/pick pattern apply for the entire song?

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That's hard to say without more information. Does the book have any instructions on how to apply the patterns? What book is it?

Originally Posted by: quinn31stWhat if there are more than one suggestion, as I see on some songs such as Strum pattern 2,5 are they suggesting either or. Or to use both one for intro and chorus?
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Those patterns are similar. So it could go either way. I'd look for more info in the book itself.

[quote=quinn31st]I also notice the the tab usually below the music staff is just the melody and the notation is again the individual notes of the melody for lead guitar (I'm assuming)?

Yes, that's how easy guitar books are sometimes structured. Can you post an image as an example?

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Any suggestions or insight using these style of books would be appreciated.

It depends on your skill level & goals (what songs you want to play). I'd encourage you also to look into authentic versions of songs you like in order to get the precise notation of what the guitar is doing.

Hope that helps!