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Guitar tablatures for Little Maggie

The Stanley Brothers

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #up-tempo, #bluesy, #vocal song

  • Guitar Little Maggie Jam

    Jam

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      105 bpm
    • Tuning
      EADGBE

    This arrangement of Little Maggie starts to work in some blues-type licks around the melody. Take a close look at the 4th measure!

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  • Guitar Little Maggie Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      125 bpm
    • Tuning
      EADGBE

    This version of Little Maggie is a great example of how to work in fiddle-tune-like phrasing into your melodic playing. The key is to bring out the vocal phrasing whenever possible.

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Practicing Tips

Discover the charm of flatpicking guitar with our 'Little Maggie' learning resource. Ideal for intermediate guitar players, this resource sheds light on the nuances of Jam and Bluegrass Styles, allowing you to explore an exciting combination of up-tempo and bluesy tunes in this beloved vocal song.


'Little Maggie' is more than just a song; it is a platform to experiment and nurture your skills. Make the most of Tunefox's unique and innovative features, such as the Lick Switcher, which enables you to add a vast vocabulary of new licks to your repertoire. Just tap on the measure to witness a plethora of hidden licks, transforming the song with each varying interpretation.


The Arrange slider is a tool for ultimate personalization. To focus on the core arrangement, slide it to the left and remove many "fill-in" notes. If you wish to have a flourish of extra notes, just slide it to the right and play the full song.


The learning process becomes all the more engaging with the tempo slider. You can change the tempo according to your pace and comfort. Take your learning up a notch by opting for the 'Speed Up' function. This feature gradually increases the playback tempo, perfect for gradually reaching higher speeds. But remember, always start at a pace where your comfort lies, and let 'Speed Up' do the rest.


Playing along with backing tracks could be an excellent way to improve your skillset. Focusing on selected measures and repeating them can add a new dimension to your learning. Use the power of repetition and the joy of incremental victories to reach your ultimate flatpicking potential.


In conclusion, 'Little Maggie' is a learning resource that offers much more than just a song. It is a creative playground for aspiring guitarists to explore, learn, and create their unique renditions. Take one step at a time and enjoy the journey of learning with us.