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Beaumont Rag

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This is a great version of this parking lot favorite in the key of "C." I especially like the B part, where we learn some really cool crosspicking licks that can be used in other songs as well!

Crosspicking Key of C

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  1. Ann Marie Boyd ·

    Ben, this one finally made the timing click for me. Been fighting it for a month. Thank you.

  2. FifthStringFred ·

    Take the capo off and play it in open G a few times, then put it back. Helped me hear it.

  3. Katie Clark Support ·

    Don't force the pinky stretch. Move your thumb down behind the neck first and the stretch mostly takes care of itself.

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