Shady Grove Build-a-Break
intermediate mandolin
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← Back to the videoStep 3 of 10 in Build-a-Breaks (2)
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We tackle this tune in a build-a-break fashion where we begin with the basic melody, then add slides, harmonies, and licks to create a killer solo! This version is in D minor and is a lot of fun to play!
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Junior Pace ·
Got about 80% of this one down but the third measure keeps tripping me. Anybody else find that part awkward at speed?
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Theresa Nickels ·
The pinky thing goes away, I promise. Took me about three months.
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Ben Clark Instructor ·
Memorization comes from playing it at a tempo you can think at. If you need the tab, you're playing it faster than you know it.