Mandolin Tremolo 101

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In this lesson path we will introduce you to the tremolo, the A minor scale, and apply both to a song: Wayfaring Stranger. It is a slow tune with a gorgeous melody. It lends itself very nicely to...

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Preparing the Left Hand and Applying Tremolo

The A minor scale is being introduced, because that is the key in which we’ll play Wayfaring Stranger. A low 1st finger is used to play the F note on the E string at the first fret. Closely watch t...

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Applying What You've Learned

The basic melody for Wayfaring Stranger is provided. A basic sixteenth note tremolo is used in many places, and there is an eight note triplet in measure 13. There are also many quarter notes with ...

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More Songs that use Tremolo

Now that you have a basic handle on tremolo it’s time to expand your repertoire(list of songs you know). If you are ready for a challenge, check out the beginner version of Amazing Grace. It’s a c...