Heartaches by the Number, Part 1

from: Western Swing Fiddle with Chad Manning

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Learn to play classic western swing melodies and solos from western swing fiddle greats like Johnny Gimble, Joe Holley, and others. For each song, you’ll learn the melody and a solo, along with tips on western swing fiddle technique, phrasing, improvisation.

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Heartaches by the Number

Heartaches by the Number, Part 1

Heartaches by the Number, Part 2: Melody Play-Along Track

Heartaches by the Number, Part 3: Rhythm Play-Along Track

Heartaches by the Number, Part 1

The Harlan Howard song “Heartaches by the Number” was first recorded by Ray Price in 1959. You’ll learn the melody with double stops inspired by the steel guitar solo on Ray Price’s recording.

“Heartaches by the Number” Notation (Available to subscribers)

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← I’m Confessin,’ Part 5: Rhythm Play-Along Track

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Heartaches by the Number, Part 2: Melody Play-Along Track →

Previous Lesson

← I’m Confessin,’ Part 5: Rhythm Play-Along Track

Next Lesson

Heartaches by the Number, Part 2: Melody Play-Along Track →

Previous Lesson

← I’m Confessin,’ Part 5: Rhythm Play-Along Track

Next Lesson

Heartaches by the Number, Part 2: Melody Play-Along Track →

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