Gypsy-jazz — Electric guitar

On the electric guitar a chord progression tends to sound best when you keep the shapes compact and let the amplified sustain hold them, trusting the band to cover the low notes. A danceable swing born in Europe, gypsy-jazz blends elegance with speed: beneath the dazzling solos sits a dry, steady accompaniment called la pompe — which simply means a rhythmic 'pump' marking every beat. Here you'll find the strumming patterns that power the style's tireless engine.

Grooves

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Updated July 9, 2026