Bluegrass Mandolin Lesson // Blackberry Blossom // Melody

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In this lesson, we'll explore the classic fiddle tune "Blackberry Blossom”, a staple that shows up in both old-time, bluegrass, and Celtic music traditions.

Perfect for intermediate mandolin players looking to expand their skills and repertoire!

What You'll Learn:

  • Complete melody breakdown
  • Proper fingering techniques
  • Control over picking directions
  • Tips for clean articulation with the pinky

This A-part starts in the key of G-major and it gives you a nice challenge with some interesting melodic sequences. The B-part is in the key of E-minor.

On my right side, I have the excellent Swedish bluegrass guitarist Mikael Grund

Remember, every great musician was once a beginner.

Let the music flow through your fingers, and let your mandolin tell its story! Keep pickin' and keep improving!

In Mandolin Secrets Academy you’ll find:

  • Sheet music/tabs (PDF)
  • Backing and play-a-long tracks (MP3)
  • How-to-play-instructions

 

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