Cripple Creek I
Fiddle Lesson
Key: A
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Beginner
Matthew breaks down the song slowly and step by step. It’s a thorough walkthrough designed to help you build confidence and a solid foundation for students just beginning their fiddle journey or learning this style of music for the first time.
About This Tune
Cripple Creek is deeply rooted in American folk music, particularly in the Appalachian tradition. Its exact origins are unclear, as is common with tunes passed down orally. The song gained wider recognition in the early 20th century through old-time string bands like Gid Tanner and His Skillet Lickers. With the rise of bluegrass in the 1940s, musicians like Earl Scruggs popularized “Cripple Creek” further, making it a lasting staple in the bluegrass repertoire.
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