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Paddy on the Turnpike Guitar Tabs

Bill Monroe

Paddy on the Turnpike Guitar Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Intermediate

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

Learn how to play Paddy on the Turnpike on Guitar with this selection of tablatures:

  • Guitar Paddy on the Turnpike Simple

    Simple

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

    Paddy on the Turnpike is an Irish tune turned bluegrass. It’s commonly heard at a fast pace and both the melody and chords are very fun!

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  • Guitar Paddy on the Turnpike Jam

    Jam

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

    The intermediate version of Paddy on the Turnpike brings in a bit more slurs than the beginner arrangement. Practice this with the “Speed Up” function to work on your endurance and s...

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  • Guitar Paddy on the Turnpike Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

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

    This version of Paddy on the Turnpike starts out in the higher register and features some advanced chord positions. Practice using your pinky to get that initial 7th fret note in the...

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Practicing Tips

Learning Overview:
Our educational resource brings you the much-loved classic 'Paddy on the Turnpike'. This advanced level material specifically caters to flatpicking guitar enthusiasts, focusing on Jam and Bluegrass Styles. 'Paddy on the Turnpike' is a high-energy, instrumental fiddle tune from the good old times, which is sure to challenge and delight learners. Part of the Tunefox platform, it boasts key learning features which significantly enhance your learning experience.


Creative Learning Tools:
Taking pride in learner-centric tools like the Lick Switcher and Arrange Slider, Tunefox takes your practice to the next level. The Lick Switcher is a unique feature that allows you to add in new licks, enabling you to view the song from an entirely fresh perspective. This effective tool offers numerous variations, enabling you to personalize the arrangement and foster new interpretations of the tune. The Arrange Slider, on the other hand, is an innovative tool that lets you adjust the difficulty level and tone of the song to suit your individual progress and needs.


Practicing Tools:
The platform further enhances practice with tools for adjusting tempo and providing backing tracks to play along. It also includes a Speed Up Function, Hide notes for learning by ear and other features which streamline the learning process, making it interactive and enjoyable.


Recommended Practice Tips:
Starting slowly is key. Remember that mastering any piece of music is a marathon, not a sprint. This strategy allows you to more easily pick up intricate chord patterns and transition smoothly. It further promotes muscle memory which will help when you eventually play at a quicker pace. As you gain confidence and adjust to the rhythm, gradually increase your speed until you comfortably play at the song's original tempo.