My Window Faces the South, Part 5: Rhythm Play-Along Track

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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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My Window Faces the South

My Window Faces the South, Part 1: Melody

My Window Faces the South, Part 2: Johnny Gimble Solo, First Half

My Window Faces the South, Part 3: Johnny Gimble Solo, Second Half

My Window Faces the South, Part 4: Solo Play-Along Track

My Window Faces the South, Part 5: Rhythm Play-Along Track

Chad and Jim Nunally play rhythm to “My Window Faces the South” so you can practice the melody or solo or both.

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