Roly Poly, Part 1: Twin Guitar Intro and Chords

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Learn to play the classic western swing rhythm style pioneered by Eldon Shamblin, as well as “twin guitar” solos from Bob Wills’s guitarists and the soloing styles of greats like Junior Barnard, Jimmy Wyble, and others.

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Roly Poly

Roly Poly, Part 1: Twin Guitar Intro and Chords

Roly Poly, Part 2: Jimmy Wyble Solo

Roly Poly, Part 3: Jimmy Wyble Solo Play-Along Track

Roly Poly, Part 1: Twin Guitar Intro and Chords

Bob Wills recorded the humorous song “Roly Poly” (written by Fred Rose) in 1941. The recording features a twin-guitar intro played by Jimmy Wyble and Cameron Hill. Matt shows you how to play both parts of the intro as well as Jimmy Wyble’s guitar solo. In this video, you’ll learn the intro and an Eldon Shamblin–style version of the chords to “Roly Poly.”

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