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Mandolin tablatures for Panhandle Rag

Leon McAuliffe

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #mandolin, #swing, #western swing

A great western swing tune that has become a part of common bluegrass repertoire.

  • Mandolin Panhandle Rag Swing

    Swing

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

    This tune was an instrumental written for steel guitar. The style is Western Swing, so it's gonna have the best feel if you engage the swing mode in your settings. The tempo is slow....

    Mandolin Panhandle Rag Swing
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Practicing Tips

'Panhandle Rag' is a dynamic bluegrass mandolin tablature in Swing Style, ideal for intermediate mandolin players. It encompasses important aspects such as Mandolin, Swing, and Western Swing. This course employs the innovative features of the Tunefox platform to facilitate your learning journey.


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As a general tip, ensure to learn and practice the song in a state of relaxation. Enjoy the process as you explore your creativity. Remember, learning a new song is a journey, so take your time, and you'll eventually get to your musical destination.