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Jimmy in the Swamp

Square tune with two parts in the key of G. Second part starts on Em. The tune is also called "Little Jimmy in the Swamp."

Links
  • Adam Hurt [non-video on utoob].
  • Old recording of Bob Walters [mp3 player at Slippery Hill] and a modern rendition [utoob].
  • John Hartford plays it fast [non-video on utoob]. Transcription here [pdf].
  • The Root Diggers [reverbnation]. Medley alert!
  • Creative fiddler Roger Netherton [soundcloud].
Notes

  • Thanks Darla for suggesting this tune.
  • What's this song about, anyway?

Liam Purcell
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