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Sugarfoot Rag Mandolin Tabs

Traditional

Sugarfoot Rag Mandolin Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #instrumental, #fiddle tune, #up-tempo

Learn how to play Sugarfoot Rag on Mandolin with this selection of tablatures:

  • Mandolin Sugarfoot Rag Simple

    Simple

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

    A simplified melody you can take straight to the jam! While there aren't any sixteenth notes in the basic arrangement of Sugarfoot Rag, there is a bit of a stretch you'll need to mak...

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  • Mandolin Sugarfoot Rag Jam

    Jam

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      A
    • Tempo
      100 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    Turn on the swag. This arrangement's got it. Sixteenth notes with bluesy attitude, and double stops just so you know it's still a mandolin. Still need a little more to impress your b...

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  • Mandolin Sugarfoot Rag Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      A
    • Tempo
      115 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    Better stretch before trying this one out! This is Sugarfoot Rag done right. Check out the substitution licks to add challenge and blend different picking techniques and styles.

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Practicing Tips

If you're a bluegrass enthusiast eager to learn the iconic tune 'Sugarfoot Rag' on mandolin, our platform hosts a vast collection of mandolin tablatures classified into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced styles. Key to the tune are its instrumental melody, signature fiddle entrance, and its brisk tempo.


As a learner, you can leverage various features of the Tunefox platform that aim to intensify your learning experience. A pivotal tool, the Lick Switcher lets you swap licks within individual measures, enabling a plethora of variations for the song. A whole new perspective is gained as you get an opportunity to personalize the arrangement while exploring fresh interpretations of the tune. Simply tap on the respective measure to unveil the hidden licks.


The Arrange slider is another handy feature that lets you set a customized difficulty level. Slide it to the left to thin out the arrangement, eliminating many “fill-in” notes to reveal a simpler, core arrangement. Choosing to slide to the right brings back all those extra notes completing the arrangement and presenting the entire song. Learn at your own pace by using the tempo slider to vary the pace.


Meanwhile, backing tracks promise a fun-filled session. Choose the measures you wish to focus on, repeat them, and gradually increase your tempo using the 'Speed Up' function. The function increases the playback tempo marginally every time you play the song, preparing you to match higher speeds eventually. Remember, the key is to begin at a pace you find comfortable.


In general, the most important tip is to relish what you're learning. By familiarizing yourself with the lyrics, understanding the song's structure, and repeating performances, you'll find a joy in practice that outlives the rigours of honing a skill. Happy strumming!