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Banjo tablatures for Hear the Whistle Blow a Hundred Miles

Flatt & Scruggs

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #folk, #bluegrass, #flatt & scruggs

A classic folk tune that's been recorded by many various artists, from Flatt & Scruggs to Joni Mitchell. Start with the Scruggs arrangement. There's not a lot of slurs in this one. That means this one will strip down well with the difficulty slider. Check out the tab description on that tune for more song specific tips.



The Earl Scruggs arrangement of this tune is a transcription. That means it's very close to being exactly what Earl played. This isn't a super fast tune, but there is a lot of intricacy in what he played. If you are practicing on a computer or tablet, tt might help to set the "Measures Per Row" to just 1 or 2. You can do this in the "Settings" of the Tunefox player. This will make sure you can see all the detail in the tablature well. Remember to not just read, but to listen repeatedly is well so you know how the song, a measure, or a lick, is supposed to sound.

  • Banjo Hear the Whistle Blow a Hundred Miles Scruggs Style

    Scruggs Style

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      80 bpm
    • Tuning
      eDGBD

    This classic folk tune works great with bluegrass banjo. On a lot of slower and mid-tempo tunes, Earl Scruggs would often use a double thumb picking technique. It's used throughout...

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  • Banjo Hear the Whistle Blow a Hundred Miles Earl Scruggs

    Earl Scruggs

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      85 bpm
    • Tuning
      eDGBD

    This arrangement is closely based on Earl's playing from the live at Carnegie record by Flatt & Scruggs. Several of the licks capture the variations he played. Check those out afte...

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Practicing Tips

Learn to play 'Hear the Whistle Blow a Hundred Miles' in the styles of Scruggs and Earl Scruggs - a classic Folk, Bluegrass, Flatt & Scruggs tune, through this insightful educational tool. Specifically designed for intermediate players, this tool provides unique bluegrass banjo tabs to enhance the learning experience. Not only will this tool help you to perfect your technique, but it also lets you dive deep into the intricacies of bluegrass banjo tunes.


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The Lick Switcher stands out as a remarkable tool for learners seeking new perspectives. This feature helps add some extra notes, enabling learners to view the song in different lights. With numerous variations to choose from, you have the unique opportunity to give the song your personal touch, sparking new interpretations of the tune.


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As you start your journey, remember these general practice tips: Always start slowly. Balancing speed with accuracy is key to mastering a tune. Practice habitually and, most importantly, enjoy the learning process.


Hear the Whistle Blow a Hundred Miles lyrics

Lord, you ought to been uptown And seen that train come down You could hear the whistle blow a hundred miles A hundred miles, a hundred miles A hundred miles, a hundred miles You could hear the whistle blow a hundred miles Oh, I'm walking these ties With tears in my eyes I'm trying to read a letter from home From my home, from my home From my home, from my home I'm trying to read a letter from my home If this train runs right I'll be home Saturday night I'm five hundred miles away from my home Away from home, away from home Away from home, away from home I'm five hundred miles away from home You could hear the whistle blow a hundred miles