Fingering Chords

[moxnix9]

Simple question that I couldn't quite find on a search. What is the best way to use your fingers to play chords and power chords? Right now I just use my index finger on top of my thumb, like holding an invisble pick and play them. I only pick up a pick on rare occasion anymore and I'm able to use the I(ndex) M(iddle) R(ing) finger method. So could I try something like this:
G-M---R--
D-I----M--
A------I--
E---------

Any other ideas? I play pretty fast chords/power chords so I need to be able to strum or whatever fast.

[moxnix9]

bump

[Steve Lawson]

there are various ways to strum - the method that you are using works well, using your finger nail like a pick. you can also just use your thumb, or a more 'flamenco' style strum using all your fingers. best bet is to just experiment with everything you can think of and see what works for you...

cheers

Steve
www.steve-lawson.co.uk

[embellisher]

Another way is to rake the strings with your index or middle fingers, or pop all of the strings involved simultaneously.

[Nick man]

Originally posted by embellisher
Another way is to rake the strings with your index or middle fingers, or pop all of the strings involved simultaneously.

Thats how I usually do it.

Peace
Nick