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Blues in G
A basic / standard I, IV, V blues in the key of G major.
Blues In G — Premium Play-along Track
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Play-along Demo: Desafinado
Desafinado — Premium Play-along Track with Guitar Melody Played
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Main Song Download(s)
The main downloads for this song.
Blues in G - Lead Sheet
Blues in G - Premium Play-along Track
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Reference Charts
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Ukulele Fingerboard Chart for C Tuning, Low or High G – G C E A
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