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When the Sugarfoot Rag has Become a Drag

If you were left scratching your head at the rhythm overview, or you still aren't sure what exactly a chop chord is, it's time to take a look at a few different styles of rhythm playing on the mandolin. Check out any of the links below to get your start into this crucial aspect of mandolin musicianship.

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  Mandolin Chords for Beginners

  Now that you have a good handle on your strumming technique, let's include the fretting hand and learn some chords. After mastering ...

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  Mandolin Chops 101

  Learn to play on the back beat, add authentic Bluegrass rhythmic embellishments, and articulate your mandolin chops by controlling l...

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  Mandolin Rhythm - Barre Chord Chop

  Learn to use the Barre Chord for mandolin, along with three songs: 'Nine Pound Hammer,' 'Turkey in the Straw,' and 'Big Spike Hammer...

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