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Whiskey Before Breakfast

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Traditional · Key of D · 4/4 time

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Key

D

Tempo

155 BPM

Speed

Fast

Tuning

Standard

About This Tune

A Canadian fiddle tune adopted by the bluegrass world. Demands fast alternate picking, clean string crossing, and the ability to maintain groove at high speed.

History & Background

A tune from the Canadian old-time fiddle tradition that became widely popular in bluegrass and folk circles. The D major melody sits beautifully on the guitar and has been recorded by countless artists. Despite its playful name, the tune is a serious technical challenge that tests a picker's speed, stamina, and precision.

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Difficulty
advanced
Key
D
Tempo
Fast (155 BPM)
Time Signature
4/4
Tuning
Standard