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In the Pines Mandolin Tabs

Bill Monroe

In the Pines Mandolin Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Beginner

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"In the Pines" is a classic song in both the blues and bluegrass genres, with versions recorded by artists such as Bill Monroe and Lead Belly. This beginner-friendly song is perfect for learning fundamental mandolin techniques, and the included lesson and tablature make it easy to pick up. Pay homage to legends like Nirvana who have covered this timeless tune while mastering tremolo and other mandolin techniques. Get ready to strum your way through "In the Pines" on the mandolin!

Learn how to play In the Pines on Mandolin with this selection of tablatures:

  • Mandolin In the Pines Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

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

    This is a nice, and simple arrangement for, "In the Pines". There's also a wide variety of licks available in the switcher. Pay attention to the pick direction. All the patterns are ...

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Practicing Tips

‘In the Pines’ is a fantastic resource if you're keen on learning to play bluegrass mandolin in the Bluegrass Style. This beginner-friendly tablature emphasizes on diverse keywords including Blues, Bluegrass, mandolin, tablature, and more. The learning tool demonstrates remodeled versions of the popular song 'In the Pines' as interpreted by great artists like Bill Monroe, Lead Belly, and Nirvana.


The tool’s main features, such as the Lick Switcher, play a critical role in upgrading your learning experience. You can explore a plethora of song variations by altering the licks designed for each measure; thereby, adapting the arrangement to your personal preference while simultaneously learning new interpretations of the song. By simply tapping on a measure, you will be exposed to the concealed licks.


The Arrange slider is another standout feature of Tunefox. It allows you to adjust your difficulty level with precision. Slide it to the left to remove several “fill-in” notes, leaving you with a straightforward, essential arrangement displayed in the tablature. Swipe it right to reintroduce all the extra notes, filling the arrangement to reveal the complete song option. Your learning pace can also be adjusted using the tempo slider feature.


For a truly immersive learning experience, try practicing along with the provided backing tracks. Concentrate on specific measures and repeatedly play them. The 'Speed Up' feature is particularly useful as it slowly increases the playback tempo, thereby smoothly transitioning you to higher speeds. Start at a pace you are comfortable with, and allow the 'Speed Up' function to gradually amplify the tempo each time you play back the song.


Overall, ‘In the Pines’ is a comprehensive resource that is tailored to boost your learning experience by providing several unique features for you to experiment with at your own pace and preference.


In the Pines lyrics

The longest train I ever saw Went down that Georgia line The engine passed at six o'clock And the cab passed by at nine In the pines, in the pines Where the sun never shines And we shiver when the cold wind blows Ooh-woo-ooh ooh-woo-ooh Ooh-woo-ooh woo-ooh I asked my captain for the time of day He said he throwed his watch away In the pines, in the pines Where the sun never shines And we shiver when the cold wind blows Little girl, little girl, what have I done That makes you treat me so? You caused me to weep You caused me to mourn You caused me to leave my home In the pines, in the pines Where the sun never shines And we shiver when the cold wind blows Ooh-woo-ooh ooh-woo-ooh Ooh-woo-ooh woo-ooh