Hello all.  

I began playing guitar on October 11, 2024, and I’m thoroughly enjoying the learning process. However, I have a question about integrating the learning pathways with the skills needed to play complete songs.

My primary goal is to play songs, and it seems that smooth, timely chord transitions are a fundamental component of achieving this.

Should I dedicate a couple of months to focusing on smooth chord transitions combined with basic strumming techniques to play simple, complete songs? Or should I continue following the structured learning pathways, trusting that seamless chord transitions will naturally develop over time?

I’m asking because as chords are introduced and I progress from whole note strumming to quarter and eventually eighth note strumming, it’s assumed that I can maintain continuous strumming with my right hand while transitioning chords. Currently, I’m not quite at that level.

Any suggestions for practicing chord transitions more effectively would be greatly appreciated. Currently, I focus on two chords at a time during practice and use a metronome to build timing and consistency.