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Mandolin tablatures for Kentucky Waltz

Traditional

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #waltz, #vocal song, #instrumental

Delve into the rich world of Bluegrass with our arrangement of the Kentucky Waltz for Mandolin. This waltz-styled vocal song is just perfect for intermediate players looking to step up their performance. The Kentucky Waltz encapsulates the heart of Bluegrass culture, all while letting you sway to its rhythmic waltz pace. Get ready to serenade audiences with this timeless classic.



If you are a Beginner, start with the Simple arrangement. This one just requires some alternate picking and a slight stretch of the 3rd finger to reach the sixth fret. If the alternate picking is too much for you then use the difficulty slider to adjust the song to fit your needs and skill level.



If you're an intermediate player check out the Jam arrangement. Some more nimble freehand movement is required for this one. The licks are a bit fancier too



Advanced and Intermediate players should both check out the Bluegrass arrangement. This one incorporates the tremolo technique to get that classic Bluegrass sound and the one that makes the mandolin so unique. If you aren't familiar with tremolo then check out our learning path for Tremolo 101. This one will help you learn how to use the tremolo and incorporate it into the classic tune "Wayfaring Stranger".



Plan on jamming with others? Then practice your backup! It is an absolutely essential skill. Kentucky Waltz has some unique chord changes that may be tough for you if you've only been playing 3 chord tunes. You can click on the chord symbols above the tablature to see how to form the different chords. To get some more help on backup, chord shapes and rhythms, check out our Roadmap for Rhythm Chops

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  • Mandolin Kentucky Waltz Simple

    Simple

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

    There's a waltz for Tennessee, so why not have one for Kentucky, too!

    Mandolin Kentucky Waltz Simple
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  • Mandolin Kentucky Waltz Jam

    Jam

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

    The intermediate solo for Kentucky Waltz gives you a great foundation for learning the advanced solo. Once you learn the melody for this one, switch out the licks to see different po...

    Mandolin Kentucky Waltz Jam
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  • Mandolin Kentucky Waltz Bluegrass

    Bluegrass

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

    Here's a tasty arrangement of Kentucky Waltz.

    Mandolin Kentucky Waltz Bluegrass
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Practicing Tips

Immerse yourself in the beautiful, melodious notes of the 'Kentucky Waltz' with this comprehensive learning resource. Covering Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Styles, these bluegrass mandolin tablatures allow both newcomers and seasoned players to learn, practice, and enjoy this enchanting waltz. Perfect for both vocal and instrumental applications, the 'Kentucky Waltz' is a versatile and enriching piece to any musician's repertoire.


A phenomenal tool within the Tunefox platform is the 'Lick Switcher'. As you navigate through this feature, you can review and learn new licks, adding a fresh and exciting vocabulary to your learning experience. Changing licks for individual measures can help you explore numerous variations and interpretations of 'Kentucky Waltz'. Uncover hidden licks with a simple tap on the measure.


The 'Arrange' slider on the platform makes it easy to customize the difficulty level of the tune. Sliding it to the left simplifies the arrangement by removing many fill-in notes, leaving you with the core of the song. Swiping it to the right fills out the arrangement with additional notes to give you the full-bodied version of the 'Kentucky Waltz'.


Adapt the tempo using the tempo slider according to your comfort. Slow it down when you are learning, and gradually increase it as you become familiar with the tune. This progressive approach helps in mastering the tune at different tempos.


Practicing along with real-sounding backing tracks adds a fun element to learning and gives you a feel of jamming with others. This also provides a better understanding of how the mandolin fits within a full band setup. The 'Speed Up' feature on the platform is a fantastic tool to gradually increase the tempo of the playback, allowing you to ramp up your speed progressively as you get more comfortable with the tune.


In summary, the key to mastering the 'Kentucky Waltz' lies in exploration, personalization, progressive learning, and practice. Experiment with the tools and features on the Tunefox platform, find your own interpretation of the tune, and keep the rhythm flowing!