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Guitar tablatures for Tom Dooley

The Dillards

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #vocal song, #folk music, #up-tempo

  • Guitar Tom Dooley Simple

    Simple

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      75 bpm
    • Tuning
      EADGBE

    Tom Dooley is a jam tune made popular by the Dillards. The chords go by very fast on this one, so make sure you play those along with the backing track as well as the melody.

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  • Guitar Tom Dooley Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      105 bpm
    • Tuning
      EADGBE

    In this solo, you’ll learn how to blend in major and pentatonic scales along with slurs to create your own exciting and involved arrangement of Tom Dooley.

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Practicing Tips

Tom Dooley is a well-known folk song that is brought to life in this engaging and comprehensive learning resource. Our platform provides flatpicking guitar tablatures in Simple and Bluegrass Styles, perfect for intermediate players. Through this guide, you will develop an understanding of vocal songs in the realm of folk music, especially in the up-tempo genre.


This resource is designed with cutting-edge features on the Tunefox platform. A noteworthy one is the Lickswitcher tool. This allows for the swapping of licks in singular measures which enhances flexibility and creativity in your learning process. By experiencing different versions of the same measure, you can create a unique rendition that truly showcases your style.


The Arrange slider is another standout element. It offers learners the ability to adjust the level of difficulty of the song as well as its tone. This ensures that the song adapts to your skill level and musical taste, making the learning process enjoyable and fulfilling.


For those that learn best through auditory stimulus, Tunefox's 'Hide notes' slider is a great tool. It allows individual notes to be hidden, compelling you to learn the tune by ear. This element not only cultivates a strong foundation in ear training but also enhances your musical intuition and memory.


As a general tip for practicing and learning 'Tom Dooley,' play slowly, focusing on precision. Gradually increase your speed as you gain proficiency. A slow and steady approach will enable you to execute the piece with accuracy and finesse. Last but not least, enjoy the learning process. Remember, music is about expressing and having fun, so make your learning journey memorable and joy-filled.