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Mandolin tablatures for Angeline the Baker

Traditional

Recomended level: Beginner

Tags: #old time, #medium-tempo, #fiddle tune

"Angeline the Baker for Mandolin" is a fantastic piece tailored for beginner players. Echoing the sound of the old time, this medium-tempo fiddle tune offers a harmonious blend of tradition and simplicity, serving perfectly as a stepping stone for those just starting their mandolin journey. Dive into the mesmerizing rhythm of "Angeline the Baker," reviving and experiencing the history of rustic melodies.



Start with the Melody, and start simple. Try out the Low Octave first. Don't be afraid to try a few licks out. Most of them are very simple and the difficulty can be adjusted with the slider in the edit measure window or from the main arrangement. Next up, try the High Octave arrangement, this one will also prepare you for the Bluegrass version of this tune. The Bluegrass arrangement is quite a bit more challenging and so are the licks. There's enough to provide dozens of ways to play this tune.



If you want to branch out a bit, try playing the Up the Neck melody.

  • Mandolin Angeline the Baker Low Octave - Melody

    Low Octave - Melody

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      D
    • Tempo
      90 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    Another version of the melody for Angeline the Baker but this time in the lower register. Don't forget to switch out the licks in the song to see multiple variations on the melody.

    Mandolin Angeline the Baker Low Octave - Melody
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  • Mandolin Angeline the Baker High Octave - Melody

    High Octave - Melody

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      D
    • Tempo
      90 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This arrangement teaches you how to play Angeline the Baker in the key of D. You'll be reaching out with your ring finger to grab the 5th fret 1st string note.

    Mandolin Angeline the Baker High Octave - Melody
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  • Mandolin Angeline the Baker Up the Neck - Melody

    Up the Neck - Melody

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      D
    • Tempo
      90 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This arrangement shows you how to play in a closed position up the neck. Your index finger will be on the 5th fret, 1st string.

    Mandolin Angeline the Baker Up the Neck - Melody
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  • Mandolin Angeline the Baker Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      D
    • Tempo
      105 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This is a great arrangement of Angelina Baker. It stripes down well with the slider, and sounds great at full difficulty as well. Make sure to check out the licks for some good cross...

    Mandolin Angeline the Baker Bluegrass
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Practicing Tips

Embark on a journey of learning 'Angeline the Baker,' a staple tune in the bluegrass mandolin scene, as you navigate the tabs in High Octave - Melody, Low Octave - Melody, and Up the Neck - Melody styles. This resource is ideal for beginners, providing an engaging introduction to old time, medium-tempo fiddle tunes in the bluegrass style.


An instrumental part of your learning process will be utilizing the features of the Tunefox platform. Make use of the Lick Switcher to introduce new vocabulary to your playing, offering fresh interpretations of the song. By changing the licks for individual measures, you can unlock a multitude of song variations while personalizing the arrangement to your taste.


The Arrange slider is another critical tool you can use to set your preferred difficulty level. Sliding it to the left will simplify the arrangement by removing many fill-in notes, leaving the core melody. Conversely, sliding it to the right will add those extra notes back in, revealing the full arrangement of the tune.


One can play around with the tempo using the tempo slider. Simultaneously, the engaging 'Speed Up' function allows for a gradual increase in playback tempo, making it an excellent tool for practicing and incrementally increasing playback speed. Just start at a comfortable pace, and every subsequent playback will be slightly faster.


Supplement your practice with backing tracks, focusing on select measures and replaying them. It's part of what makes practicing fun and interactive. This iterative process aids in thorough learning and musical growth.