The Alabama Waltz

from: Monroe-Style Mandolin with Mike Compton

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Learn traditional bluegrass-style mandolin as exemplified by the father of bluegrass, Bill Monroe, with original transcribed solos and tips on reproducing Monroe’s sound, rhythm, and feel.

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THE ALABAMA WALTZ

The Alabama Waltz

“The Alabama Waltz” Play-Along Track

The Alabama Waltz

Hank Williams’ song “The Alabama Waltz” was recorded by Bill Monroe in 1950. Monroe’s solo is typical of the way he plays in 3/4 time, using tremolo with a triplet feel, for example. Mike goes through the melody without tremolo so you can get a feel for the melody and then walks you through the solo with tremolo. He also gives you advice on keeping pressure on the back of the neck with your thumb as you slide double stops up and down the neck.

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