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Banjo tablatures for Woah Mule

Traditional

Recomended level: Beginner

Tags: #banjo, #bluegrass, #mule, #woah, #bucking, #buckin, #scruggs, #earl, #lesson, #learn, #tablature

"Woah Mule" is a classic bluegrass instrumental made famous by Raymond Fairchild. The Scruggs style is great for beginner banjo players or experienced players. It features a range of techniques, including pinches and basic rolls. Beginner players can use the slider to start off with a very simple melody and a few pinches. More experienced players can select a wide number of licks to customize this arrangement in many different ways



The upbeat, cheerful melody is sure to get your feet tapping and set the energy of any gathering - no matter the occasion! With a bit of practice and the help of tunefox practice tools, anyone can pick up this piece and progress quickly. So gather around, put on "Woah Mule" and start picking!

  • Banjo Woah Mule Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      110 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    This is a classic tune that comes from the mountains, but is often heard at bluegrass jams. You can use the difficulty slider to strip this one down to something nice and simple. If ...

    Banjo Woah Mule Bluegrass
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Practicing Tips

Learning Overview: Immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of bluegrass with the classic tune, 'Woah Mule'. This is a beginner-friendly lesson focusing on the euphonic bluegrass banjo tablature, introducing you to the magic of Earl Scruggs and the Bucking Mule. In embracing the spirit of Buckin Mule, broaden your understanding of the quintessential Banjo and Bluegrass techniques, and take your first determining steps towards becoming a banjo maestro. Let loose the reins and allow the raw power of the mule ride, guide and enhance your musical journey.


Practice Tips: Embark on your learning journey with the multifaceted Tunefox platform. Make the most of the intuitive ‘Lick Switcher’ feature, an innovation that paves the way for a more explorative, personalised learning experience. By introducing new "lick vocabulary", you can add individualistic nuances to the classic Woah Mule, interpreting the song through your unique lens. Tap different measures and divulge an array of hidden licks, waiting to be discovered.


Slide the ‘Arrange slider’ left to simplify the song by removing fillers and get a grasp of the core arrangement, or slide right to divulge the complete rendition. Adjusting the difficulty level to suit your learning pace enhances your comprehensive development and encourages continuous improvement.


Change the tempo of the song using the ‘Tempo slider.’ This function allows you to slow down for intricate licks and quicken your pace as you gain confidence, integrating dynamic rhythm into your rendition of the song.


Rinse and repeat crucial parts of the song as practice makes perfect. Play along with backing tracks to aid familiarisation with different instrument parts. Don’t hesitate to experiment, after all, Bluegrass is all about improvisation and spontaneity. Utilise the 'Speed Up' function to gradually gear up tempo, aiding your transition to faster speeds seamlessly.


Never rush your learning journey. Gradually mastering each section builds a deeper understanding and sturdy foundation. Practice consistently, take occasional breaks to rest your fingers, ensure your instrument is in tune and most importantly, enjoy the process. The beauty of learning music lies in the journey, not just the destination.


Woah Mule lyrics

Use to have an old Banjo, It was all strung up with twine, And the only song you could hear me sing was, I wish that gal was mine. Well, I wish that gal was mine, boys. I wish that gal was mine, And the only song you could hear me sing, Was I wish that gal was mine. Whoa mule, you kicking mule, Whoa mule, I say, I ain't got time to kiss you now, My mule has run away. Took my wife to the barn yard, And I sit her down to supper, Well, she got choked on a turkey leg, And stuck her nose in the butter. Stuck her nose in the butter, Stuck her nose in the butter, Well, she got choked on a turkey leg, And stuck her nose in the butter. Whoa mule, you kicking mule, Whoa mule, I say, Tie a knot in that old mules tail, Before he runs away. Your face is like a coffee pot, Your nose is like a spout, Your mouth is like a fireplace, With all the ashes out. Well, With all the ashes out, boys, With all the ashes out, Your mouth is like a fireplace, With all the ashes out. Whoa mule, you kicking mule, Whoa mule, I say, I ain't got time to kiss you now, My mule has run away.