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Banjo tablatures for Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey)

Flatt & Scruggs

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #bluesy, #drop c, #old time, #medium-tempo

"Darlin' Cory" (also called "Darling Corey" or "Darling Cora") on Flatt and Scruggs at Carnegie Hall, 1962, is a famous American folk song about love, loss, and moonshine. Many artists have recorded "Darlin' Cory" versions, including Flatt and Scruggs (as "Dig a Hole in the Meadow"). Many names like "Dig a Hole in the Meadow," and some other version that might or might not have similar names. Here is a compilation by date of some recordings: Little Corey— Clarence Gill (01/06/1927); Loving Cora — Buell Kazee (04/19/1927); Darlin ' Cora— B.F. Shelton (07/29/1927); Little Lulie–Dick Justice (ca.05/1929); Darling Corey–Monroe Brothers (06/21/1936); Little Lulie–Homer Brierhopper (06/09/1938); Doc Watson (1963); Monroe Brothers (1964). In style, it is identical to "Little Maggie" and "The Gambling Man," but it is not deemed the same as the hits. THE GAMBLING MAN (B) (Sung by Mrs. ClercyDeeton at Mine Fork, Burnsville, N.C., Sept. 19, 1918). While the earlier "hillybilly" records were marketed on a regional basis, "Smoky Mountain Ballads" was intended for broad, urban audiences. A variant of Aunt Molly Jackson's singing features in John A. Lomax and Alan Lomax's novel Our Singing Country (1941).

  • Banjo Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey) Earl Scruggs

    Earl Scruggs

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      90 bpm
    • Tuning
      gCGBD

    This arrangement is a transcription of Earl's first break on the Live at Carnegie album. There's several lick options: Scruggs Style, melodic and single string! It's a great cha...

    Banjo Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey) Earl Scruggs
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  • Banjo Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey) Melodic Style

    Melodic Style

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      110 bpm
    • Tuning
      gCGBD

    This is a bluesy melodic break with some technical right and left hand work. It stays true to the melody while breaking it up with some tasteful melodic licks.

    Banjo Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey) Melodic Style
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  • Banjo Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey) Backup

    Backup

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      110 bpm
    • Tuning
      gCGBD

    A simple backup arrangement of Dig a Hole in the Meadow using pinches and beginner rolls. This sounds great behind a vocalist or fiddle player!

    Banjo Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey) Backup
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Practicing Tips

Learning Resource Description: Dive into the bluegrass world with our learning resource for 'Dig a Hole in the Meadow (Darlin' Corey)'. This module specifically caters to intermediate players with its offering of bluegrass banjo tablatures in various styles like Scruggs, Earl Scruggs, Scruggs-2, Melodic, and Backup Styles. The song's unforgettable bluesy touch, old-time charm, and its engaging medium tempo make it a worthwhile learning experience.


Key Learning Tools: Our resource harnesses the innovative functionalities of the Tunefox platform. Notably, the Lickswitcher tool allows learners to interchange licks in specific measures, fostering a versatile and ingenious approach towards learning. Additionally, the Arrange slider lets users shape the song to match their skill level and musical preferences, scaling the difficulty and tone accordingly.


Auditory Learning and Ear Training: For those who learn best by ear, the 'Hide notes' slider will prove invaluable. This tool grants the ability to hide particular notes, reinforcing ear training and promoting learning the tune by ear. This method can help to enhance your musical intuition and memory.


General Practice Tips: Regular, consistent practice is key to mastering this tune. Try to break down the song into smaller sections and work on these individually before combining them. Remember, slow and steady often wins the race in music learning, so it's perfectly fine to start at a slower pace and gradually increase your speed as you become more confident. Use the tools at your disposal, experiment with different licks, and, most importantly, enjoy the process!