Feelin' The Rhythm
A Progressive Rhythm Guitar Book Series by Simon Rae
Learn to play rhythm guitar with confidence using the Feelin’ The Rhythm series — a structured collection of guitar tuition books designed to guide players from the fundamentals of rhythm and chord playing through to more advanced techniques and musical understanding.
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Whether you are a complete beginner, a developing guitarist, advanced player or a teacher looking for structured learning material, this series provides a clear, step-by-step approach to mastering rhythm guitar.
Each book builds on the previous one, helping players steadily develop their skills while reinforcing essential musical knowledge.
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All books are available as high-quality paperback editions on Amazon, printed with clear chord diagrams, well-structured exercises, and easy-to-read layouts, making them ideal for both home practice and teaching environments.
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The Feelin’ the Rhythm series is also an excellent resource for students preparing for graded guitar exams such as those provided by the Registry of Guitar Tutors (RGT) offering valuable support for any rhythm guitar components of exam syllabuses.
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Progress through the Circle of Fifths, master every key, and unlock your full potential as a rhythm guitarist.
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If you’re serious about developing your groove, timing, and musical understanding, Feelin’ the Rhythm will keep you inspired every step of the way.
Feelin’ The Rhythm – Book 1
Book 1 of the Feelin’ the Rhythm series is aimed at total beginners and above, covering the essential foundations of rhythm guitar playing. Topics include:
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How to play rhythm guitar effectively
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Reading and interpreting chord charts and chord boxes
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Learning useful 3-string chord shapes (C, G, Am, Em, Dm, D, G7, D7, A, E, A7, and E7)
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Understanding timing and rhythm (whole, dotted half, half, quarter, and eighth notes)
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Working with tempos and learning how to use a metronome
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Practicing strumming patterns in both 3/4 and 4/4 time signatures
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Exploring basic music theory, including harmonised chords and chord progressions
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Developing an understanding of musical notation
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The book provides a clear and supportive introduction to rhythm guitar, helping players build confidence from the very beginning.
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Feelin’ The Rhythm – Book 2
Book 2 is designed for beginner to intermediate guitarists who are ready to build solid rhythm foundations and explore new musical ideas. Through easy-to-follow lessons and many progressive chord charts, you’ll learn how to:
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Play rhythm guitar with precision and feel
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Read and interpret chord charts and boxes
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Master open and small barre chord shapes
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Understand the Circle of Fifths
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Play harmonised triad and 7th chords in C, G, and D major (and their relative minors: A, E, and B minor)
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Build essential chord types – major, minor, diminished, 7ths, minor 7b5, and more
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Add colour with embellished chords: sus2, sus4, add9, and major 6th
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Develop strong timing and rhythm using whole, half, quarter, eighth, sixteenth, and dotted notes
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Play expressively with dynamics and varied strumming patterns in 3/4 and 4/4 time
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Understand 1st and 2nd endings, harmonised chords, chord progressions, and musical notation​
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Built around practical, real-world examples, Feelin’ the Rhythm – Book 2 bridges the gap between practice and performance. Each chapter helps you apply what you learn directly to your playing—making it an ideal companion for personal study, band rehearsal, or preparing for graded guitar exams.​
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Feelin’ The Rhythm – Book 3
Book 3 is aimed at intermediate students and above who want to deepen their rhythm guitar skills and expand their theoretical knowledge. Topics covered include:
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How to play rhythm guitar effectively
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Reading and interpreting chord charts
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The Circle of Fifths
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Barre and other transpositional chord shapes
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Harmonised triad and 7th barre chords
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Transpositional chord forms in the keys of F, Bb, and Eb major, and their relative minors D, G, and C minor
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Major, minor, diminished, minor 7, major 7, dominant 7, and minor 7b5 chord forms
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Additional charts for keys introduced in Book 2
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Dynamics in rhythm playing
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Timing and note values (whole, half, quarter, eighth, sixteenth, dotted notes and rests)
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Strumming patterns in 3/4, 4/4, and 6/8 time
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Syncopation and split bars
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Music theory, including harmonised chords and chord progressions
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Feelin’ The Rhythm – Book 4
Feelin’ The Rhythm – Book 4 is currently being updated and will be released soon.
The next book in the series will continue the progressive learning path, introducing new advanced rhythm guitar concepts, expanded chord knowledge, and further practical exercises to develop confident playing.
Why Choose the Feelin’ The Rhythm Series?
✔ Progressive step-by-step learning
✔ Clear explanations of rhythm guitar concepts
✔ Practical exercises and chord charts
✔ Ideal for self-study or teaching
✔ Professional quality paperback editions
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Whether you're learning for the first time or building on existing skills, Feelin’ The Rhythm provides a structured pathway to becoming a confident guitarist.
Start Learning Today
The Feelin’ The Rhythm books are available worldwide through Amazon.​ Explore the series and start developing your rhythm guitar skills today.
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