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Carolina in My Mind Mandolin Tabs

James Taylor

Carolina in My Mind Mandolin Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Intermediate

A great James Taylor song.

Learn how to play Carolina in My Mind on Mandolin with this selection of tablatures:

  • Mandolin Carolina in My Mind Simple

    Simple

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      96 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This melody sounds even sweeter on mandolin.

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  • Mandolin Carolina in My Mind Transcription

    Transcription

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      96 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    Have fun with this great melody! It follows the phrasing very close to how James Taylor sings it. Remember, listening is just as important as playing when learning a new tune. So li...

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  • Mandolin Carolina in My Mind Crosspicking

    Crosspicking

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      96 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This arrangement features some very nice double stops and crosspicking. It's played an octave higher than the Beginner and intermediate versions.

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Practicing Tips

Immerse yourself in the timeless harmony of 'Carolina in My Mind' with our interactive mandolin tablatures available in Beginner, Transcription, and Crosspicking Styles. Whether you're a novice just learning to strum or a seasoned mandolin player looking to perfect your technique, these detailed tablatures will guide you towards a melodious rendition of this bluegrass standard.


Our interactive learning resource employs the innovative features of the Tunefox platform. The innovative Lickswitcher tool allows you to swap out licks in individual measures, offering unlimited possibilities for creating your rendition. Go on, explore different combinations, and make the song uniquely yours!


Next, let's talk about the Arrange slider. This handy feature lets you customize the difficulty and tone of the song, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable learning experience tailored to your skill level and musical tastes. With a quick slide, you can build up your skill level, progressing from the beginner to more complex versions of the song.


Are you an auditory learner? You'll love the 'Hide Notes' feature. Use this slider to hide individual notes, triggering you to learn the tune by ear. This effective method not only strengthens your musical intuition but significantly boosts your memory, making you a more well-rounded musician capable of playing complex tunes without relying on visible notes. Enhance your ear training and enjoy a deeper, more instinctive connection with your musical craft.


Remember, practice makes perfect. Be patient with yourself as you work through each section of the song. Take breaks if you feel overwhelmed and come back with a fresh mind. Don't rush your learning; it's more important to play accurately than quickly. Lastly, enjoy the process. After all, making music should be filled with joy. Keep strumming!


Carolina in My Mind lyrics

In my mind I'm gone to Carolina
Can't you see the sunshine?
Can't you just feel the moonshine?
Ain't it just like a friend of mine
To hit me from behind?
Yes, I'm gone to Carolina in my mind
Karin, she's a silver sun
You best walk her way and watch it shine
Watch her watch the morning come
A silver tear appearing now
I'm cryin', ain't I?
Gone to Carolina in my mind
There ain't no doubt in no ones mind
That love's the finest thing around
Whisper something soft and kind
And hey babe, the sky's on fire
I'm dying, ain't I?
Gone to Carolina in my mind
In my mind I'm gone to Carolina
Can't you see the sunshine?
Can't you just feel the moonshine?
Ain't it just like a friend of mine
To hit me from behind?
Yes, I'm gone to Carolina in my mind
Dark and silent, late last night
I think I might have heard the highway call
And geese in flight and dogs that bite
The signs that might be omens say
I'm goin', I'm goin'
I'm gone to Carolina in my mind
With a holy host of others standin' around me
Still I'm on the dark side of the moon
And it seems like it goes on like this forever
You must forgive me, if I'm up and gone to
Carolina in my mind
In my mind I'm goin' to Carolina
Can't you see the sunshine?
Can't you just feel the moonshine?
Ain't is just like a friend of mine
To hit me from behind
Yes, I'm gone to Carolina in my mind
Gone to Carolina in my mind
And I'm goin' to Carolina in my mind
Gone to Carolina in my mind
Gone, I'm gone, I'm gone
Say nice things about me 'cause I'm gone South now
Carry on without me, I'm gone