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Clinch Mountain Backstep - Basic Scruggs Style

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  • Basic Scruggs Style
  • Key   G
  • Capo   2
  • Tempo   100 bpm
  • Tuning   gDGBD

A lot of pickers struggle with the timing of this tune when trying to play a more advanced Scruggs style version, or when trying to play it like Ralph played it. Those are tough for a few reasons. There's something called anticipated attack that is a tricky rhythmic thing, precise timing of slides required, alternate string hammer-ons, etc., etc. The list goes on and on.



This version is much easierThere's no slurs or slides. It uses repeated roll patterns. There's no anticipated attacks or other super tricky rhythms - besides the unavoidable 5 measure bar we need to play because that follows the timing of how the tune was written. This simplified arranging is done with a purpose--so you can get to playing sooner. Less initial challenge will allow you to start focusing on things that are more important, like steady timing! After you can nail that down, try a few licks. They show you how we can add in just a few things to get a whole new sound.