Learn the fiddle tune “Bill Cheatum” for flatpick bluegrass guitar. This arrangement is written out in G major. However, Bill Cheatum is usually played in the key of A. No fear, just stick the capo on the second fret of your guitar and play the same written notes.

This one has been recorded by artists such as David Grier, Rice brothers, and of course fiddler Kenny Baker.

Bluegrass Guitar TAB- Bill Cheatum

What you need to know?

Alternate picking
slides
Basic open position G major scale
Some exposure to crosspicking

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