Run Rudolph Run Guitar Tutorial | Chords + Strumming

Master the holiday spirit with this Run Rudolph Run guitar lesson! In this tutorial, Evan from Musician's Addition breaks down the Chuck Berry classic into a beginner-friendly format that anyone can play. Whether you want to master the original bar chords or need an easy way to play Run Rudolph Run without bar chords, we’ve got you covered.

We dive deep into the three essential chords you need—F, C, and G—and show you exactly how to simplify them using open shapes. You will learn the specific Run Rudolph Run strumming pattern that captures that iconic rock-and-roll energy by combining low-string rhythms with powerful accents.

By the end of this video, you’ll understand the unique 8-bar and 12-bar song structures used throughout the verses. This easy Christmas guitar song is perfect for holiday parties or practicing your chord transitions. Grab your guitar, and let’s get started!

In this video, you will learn:
- The beginner-friendly "CAGED" chord shapes for F, C, and G.
- How to play the song using pro bar chords vs. open chords.
- A detailed breakdown of the rock-and-roll strumming pattern.
- The full song structure for all 7 verses.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:12 Bar Chords vs. Beginner Shapes
0:50 The 3 Easy Chords (F, C, G)
2:11 How to Play the "Real" Bar Chords
3:48 Rock-and-Roll Strumming Pattern
6:44 Verse 1 Structure (8-Bar Pattern)
8:08 Verse 2 & Song Structure (12-Bar Pattern)
10:37 Full Play-Along (Slow)
11:50 Final Tips for Chord Transitions

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