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Black Mountain Rag Mandolin Tabs

Doc Watson

Black Mountain Rag Mandolin Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #fiddle tune, #guitar tune, #up-tempo

Learn how to play Black Mountain Rag on Mandolin with this selection of tablatures:

  • Mandolin Black Mountain Rag Up the Neck

    Up the Neck

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      D
    • Tempo
      110 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This arrangement is mostly up the neck and played in the style of Doc Watson, but the place where Doc would normally crosspick we have some nice double stop passages instead. This t...

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  • Mandolin Black Mountain Rag Monroe Style

    Monroe Style

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      A
    • Tempo
      115 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This is in the style of Mike Compton, who is likely the most studied and accomplished Monroe style player in the world. Check out the licks too get some of Mike's signature touches-...

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  • Mandolin Black Mountain Rag Simple

    Simple

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      A
    • Tempo
      120 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This tune is heard in several different keys, depending on the musician and instrumentation. This particular arrangement of Black Mountain Rag teaches you to play the melody in the k...

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  • Mandolin Black Mountain Rag Jam

    Jam

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      A
    • Tempo
      120 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    This arrangement of Black Mountain Rag builds upon the beginner version with more pentatonic licks in the A section. Watch out for those double stops in the B section!

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  • Mandolin Black Mountain Rag Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      A
    • Tempo
      120 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    You’ll find a lot of nifty pull-offs in the the A section of this version of Black Mountain Rag to give it a unique flair. Practice tip: Isolate each measure and play with the metron...

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Practicing Tips

Embark on a fun-filled journey as you delve into learning the 'Black Mountain Rag' with our comprehensive course. This unique bluegrass mandolin tablature features Beginner, Up the Neck, Monroe, Intermediate, and Advanced styles, catering to players at every skill level. Fiddle tune, guitar tune, and up-tempo are the key areas of emphasis, providing you a robust understanding of these vital aspects.


Make optimal use of the advanced features of the Tunefox platform that we have made available to enhance your learning experience. The Lickswitcher tool is a gem for learners, enabling you to swap licks in individual measures. This fosters a creative learning environment and adds a good degree of flexibility to your learning methodology.


Our Arrange slider is another remarkable innovation, designed with the user in mind. With the Arrange slider, you can conveniently adjust the song's complexity and sound to match your level of expertise and musical preference. Regardless of whether you're a rookie or a veteran, the Arrange slider simplifies your learning process, making it pleasurable and engaging.


The 'Hide notes' slider is especially beneficial to auditory learners, allowing you to disguise specific notes. This method enables you to learn the tune by ear, promoting musical intuition and improving memory. Remember, hide a few notes, play the tune, and then trust your ear — reinforcing these steps will engender a natural sense and memory of the tune's layout.


Last but not least, a few general tips to keep in mind as you practice and learn this song: Always approach each tablature slowly, focusing on accuracy rather than speed. Remember, precision before pace. A metronome can be an invaluable tool in this regard, helping to maintain consistent timing. Make sure to repeat tricky sections until you are confident, before moving on to the next one. Happy learning!