16 Easy Christmas Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar

Christmas is a time for joy, family, and of course, music. If you're looking to add a touch of festive cheer to your holiday gatherings, learning to play some classic Christmas songs on the fingerpicking guitar is a great way to do it. In this article, we'll provide you with 16 easy Christmas songs for fingerpicking guitar, perfect for beginners.

What is Fingerpicking?

Fingerpicking is a guitar playing technique that involves using your fingers to pluck the strings individually, rather than using a pick. This technique allows for a more delicate and nuanced sound, and it's perfect for playing Christmas songs.

16 Easy Christmas Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar: Quick & Easy Fingerstyle Guitar Arrangements (Strum It! Pick It! Sing It!)

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Getting Started with Fingerpicking

If you're new to fingerpicking, there are a few things you'll need to do to get started.

1. Choose the right guitar. A good acoustic guitar with a comfortable neck and low action is ideal for fingerpicking.
2. Learn the basic fingerpicking patterns. There are a few basic fingerpicking patterns that you can use to play most Christmas songs. Once you've mastered these patterns, you'll be able to play a wide variety of songs.
3. Practice regularly. The best way to improve your fingerpicking skills is to practice regularly. Set aside some time each day to practice the fingerpicking patterns and play Christmas songs.

16 Easy Christmas Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar

Now that you know the basics of fingerpicking, here are 16 easy Christmas songs that you can start learning today.

1. Silent Night
2. Jingle Bells
3. We Wish You a Merry Christmas
4. Deck the Halls
5. The First Noel
6. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
7. Joy to the World
8. O Come, All Ye Faithful
9. Away in a Manger
10. Little Drummer Boy
11. Angels We Have Heard on High
12. O Christmas Tree
13. White Christmas
14. The Twelve Days of Christmas
15. Santa Claus Is Coming to Town

Tips for Playing Christmas Songs on Fingerpicking Guitar

Here are a few tips to help you play Christmas songs on fingerpicking guitar:

• Use a metronome to keep your tempo steady.
• Listen to recordings of professional fingerpickers to get ideas for how to play the songs.
• Practice slowly and focus on accuracy.
• Be patient and don't get discouraged. Learning to play fingerpicking guitar takes time and practice.

Learning to play Christmas songs on fingerpicking guitar is a great way to add a touch of festive cheer to your holiday gatherings. With a little practice, you'll be able to master the basic fingerpicking patterns and play your favorite Christmas songs in no time.

So grab your guitar, find a comfortable spot, and start learning today. You'll be glad you did.

16 Easy Christmas Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar: Quick & Easy Fingerstyle Guitar Arrangements (Strum It! Pick It! Sing It!)

by Troy Nelson

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11515 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	96 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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