Billy in the Low Ground

intermediate

Traditional · Key of C · 4/4 time

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Key

Tempo

140 BPM

Speed

Fast

Tuning

Standard

About This Tune

A jam-session staple with flowing eighth-note lines, open-string pull-offs, and classic fiddle-tune momentum.

History & Background

A long-standing old-time and bluegrass standard, Billy in the Low Ground is one of the first true fiddle tunes many flatpickers learn. Its clear phrase structure and recurring motifs make it ideal for learning form while building speed and articulation.

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Quick Reference

Difficulty: intermediate
Key: C
Tempo: Fast (140 BPM)
Time Signature: 4/4
Tuning: Standard

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