Swallow Tail Jig

I'm still trying to figure out a pick that I like-any suggestions? and a little flub on the end - oh well.

Category:

Music

Tags:

• music
• acoustic
• eastman
• 505
• mandolin
• traditional
• irish
• swallow
• tail
• jig

[MonkeylessJohn]

I really am enjoying listening and watching you play.

Is it tuned like a fiddle??

[granniejans]

Why, yes it is, John.... I find it very intuitive to play; and thanks so much for all your wonderful comments!

[SW94929]

Sounds so nice on the mandolin! I usually play it way faster but I like it slow too:-)

[granniejans]

Thanks, maybe when I've played the mando for way longer than 6 months, I'll play it faster, too. ;-)

[matthewvaughan]

I like little flubs. They keep it real, and they keep me on my toes as a listener. Too smooth and I go right to sleep. That's why I like vocal harmonies that are a little bit rough around the edges, too. Like The Band. You can really hear the harmonizing happening, not just a polished product. So, I can hear the music being made here, and it's nice.

[granniejans]

I like the flubs, too... Making music shouldn't be about being professional, it should be about joy! (even if the song is sad) Thanks for your lovely words -

God Bless

Jan

[MultiMumsie]

I play mandolin as well and really like this song. I have been playing for only 1 year so know the challenges when learning. Great job!

[MonkeylessJohn]

Hi Jan. I couldn't agree with you more!!!

Wonderfully put.

[SW94929]

That's awesome for only six months! I gave up long B4 that cause of my darned fat fingers.

[UncleVRoy]

Great Pickin'!

[marcie99]

ohhhh i think this is just wonderful again Jan! and have no advice or tips..........i havent not a clue my dear! very nice crisp clear sound.....just like i was sitting right there!!

[coolanddark]

Thats a fine Jig Jan. I use medium picks when I flatpick. Thin ones when I just strum.