Uncle Pen chords
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[Intro]
C
C Am C C
C Am C C
F C C C
C Am C C
F C
[Verse]
C Am
Oh the people would come from far away
C
To dance all night 'til the break of day
C Am
When the csller hollered do-si-do
C C Em
He knew Uncle Pen was ready to go
[Chorus]
F C
Late in the evenin' about sundown
C
High on the hill and above the town
N.C.
Uncle Pen played the fiddle, oh how it would ring
C
You can hear it talk and you can hear it sing
[Instrumental]
C Am C C
C Am C C
F C C C
C Am C C C C
[Verse]
C Am
He played an old tune calle Soldier's Joy
C Am
And he played the one called The Boston Boy
C Am
The greatest of all was Jenny Lynn
C Am C Em
To me that's where the fiddlin' began
[Chorus]
F C
Late in the evenin' about sundown
C
High on the hill and above the town
N.C.
Uncle Pen played the fiddle, oh how it would ring
C
You can hear it talk and you can hear it sing
[Instrumental]
C Am C C
C Am C C
F C C C
C Am C C C C
[Verse]
C Am
I'll never forget that mournful day
C
When Uncle Pen was called away
C Am7
He hung up his fiddle and he hung up his bow
C C Em
He knew it was time for him to go
[Chorus]
F C
Late in the evenin' about sundown
C
High on the hill and above the town
N.C.
Uncle Pen played the fiddle, oh how it would ring
C
You can hear it talk and you can hear it sing
[Instrumental]
C Am C C
C Am C Am
F C C C
C Am C C C C
[Chorus]
F C
Late in the evenin' about sundown
C
High on the hill and above the town
N.C.
Uncle Pen played the fiddle, oh how it would ring
C
You can hear it talk and you can hear it sing
[Instrumental/Outro]
C Am C Am
C Am C C
X
How to play "Uncle Pen" on guitar
[Intro]
- Chords: C, Am, C, C, C, Am, C, C, F, C, C, C, C, Am, C, C, F, C.
- Strum pattern: Use a down-up-down-up pattern to set the rhythm.
- Play each chord cleanly, letting the notes ring out.
[Verse]
- Chords: C, Am, C, C, C, Am, C, Em.
- Strum pattern: Use a steady down-up-down-up pattern.
- Emphasize the transitions between C and Am.
- Ensure smooth transitions, especially from C to Em.
[Chorus]
- Chords: F, C, C, N.C., C.
- Strum pattern: Use a pronounced down-up-down-up pattern.
- Highlight the F chord for the chorus’s unique feel.
- Play the C chord with emphasis to enhance the melody.
[Instrumental]
- Chords: C, Am, C, C, C, Am, C, C, F, C, C, C, C, Am, C, C, C, C.
- Follow the same strumming pattern as the verses.
- Play with slight variations to add interest and dynamics.
[Verse]
- Chords: C, Am, C, Am, C, Am, C, Em.
- Maintain the same strumming pattern.
- Highlight the lyrical changes with dynamic strumming.
- Ensure each chord transition is smooth and consistent.
[Chorus]
- Chords: F, C, C, N.C., C.
- Use the same strumming pattern as the previous chorus.
- Emphasize the F chord for the chorus’s distinct feel.
- Play the C chord with emphasis to conclude the section.
[Instrumental]
- Chords: C, Am, C, C, C, Am, C, Am, F, C, C, C, C, Am, C, C, C, C.
- Maintain a steady strumming pattern.
- Focus on smooth transitions to match the instrumental flow.
[Verse]
- Chords: C, Am, C, Am7, C, Em.
- Use a gentle down-up-down-up pattern to reflect the lyrics.
- Emphasize the lyrical content by playing with softer dynamics.
- Ensure each chord transition is smooth and consistent.
[Chorus]
- Chords: F, C, C, N.C., C.
- Play the chorus similarly to the previous ones.
- Slow down slightly towards the end to give a sense of closure.
- Let the final C chord ring out to conclude the song.
[Instrumental/Outro]
- Chords: C, Am, C, Am, C, Am, C, C.
- Maintain a consistent strumming pattern.
- Let the final C chord ring out to finish the song.
[General Tips:]
- Tuning: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning.
- Tone: Use a clean or warm tone to match the song’s feel.
- Practice: Focus on smooth chord transitions and maintaining consistent strumming patterns.
[Common mistakes]
- Rushing through chord changes, especially between C and Am.
- Not emphasizing the F chord enough in the chorus.
- Inconsistent strumming patterns, particularly during the instrumental sections.
Song Facts:
"Uncle Pen" by Kelsey Waldon is a tribute to Bill Monroe’s classic song. The
lyrics celebrate the memory of Uncle Pen, a fiddler whose music resonated with
many. Kelsey Waldon, known for her authentic country sound and evocative
storytelling, captures the essence of traditional country music while infusing
it with her unique style and perspective. Her music resonates deeply with
listeners, conveying raw emotions and genuine experiences.