sweep picking

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A technique for playing arpeggios on the guitar quickly and smoothly by moving the pick in one direction (down or up) across several strings in a single fluid sweep, rather than using individual strokes for separate notes.

Word forms

sweep picking
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