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Panhandle Rag Guitar Tabs

Leon McAuliffe

Panhandle Rag Guitar Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #guitar, #swing

A great western swing tune written by Leon McAuliffe

Learn how to play Panhandle Rag on Guitar with this selection of tablatures:

  • Guitar Panhandle Rag Swing

    Swing

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

    This is a classic swing tune. It's played often in bluegrass jams. The tough part is the syncopated notes. Listen as much as you play when learning this tune. You don't always have t...

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Practicing Tips

Understanding the intricacies of 'Panhandle Rag' begins with familiarizing oneself with the essentials of Guitar and Swing style tablature. This resource is perfect for intermediate players looking to expand their flatpicking repertoire.


One key feature of the Tunefox platform is the Lick Switcher. This tool allows users to incorporate new licks into their playing, adding depth and variety to the song. Simply tap on the measure to view available licks. This feature serves to not only refresh your playing but also stimulate creative interpretation of the tune.


Difficulty customization is made simple with the Arrange slider. Sliding it to the left simplifies the arrangement, removing many of the “fill-in” notes. Whereas, moving it to the right adds complexity by incorporating additional notes into the arrangement. This feature allows players to tailor the song to their preferred skill level.


Another crucial aspect of learning 'Panhandle Rag' is practice pace. The tempo slider can be adjusted to alter the speed of the backing track, enabling players to pace their learning effectively. Starting slow allows players to familiarize themselves with the notes and rhythms, gradually building up speed as they gain confidence and fluency.


Finally, the 'Speed Up' function facilitates the transition to faster tempos. This function gradually increases the playback speed with each playthrough, steadily acclimating players to higher speeds. Combined with intentional, measure-by-measure practice, this feature enables effective progressive learning.


Consistent practice, exploration of licks, tempo pacing, and creative interpretation are all key components of mastering 'Panhandle Rag'. The unique features of Tunefox make each of these aspects accessible and enjoyable for every learner.