Big Country
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Afinação: C G C G C ETecla: ECapotraste:
4th traste
Song is perfomed differently in each recording I've heard, string together A and B
sections to match
the version you prefer. Intro transcribed from the Transatlantic Sessions recording.
Chords are listed once per measure of 2/2 played, as there are no lyrics to keep time.
Tuning: CGCFCe
For A and G#m7 fret 5th and 6th string with thumb
For G#m7 also mute 4th string with thumb
For B5 mute 6th string with thumb, can do the same for A/E if you like that sound better
Chord shapes relative to capo on 4th:
A/E: 020001
E5: 000203
E: 000200
A: 550005
G#m7: 44x223
F#m9: 222000
B5: x02223
C#m7: 020200
[Intro]
A/E E5 E A G#m7 F#m9 F#m9
E E B5 E
[A Section]
E E E A/E A/E A/E
E E E B5 B5 B5
C#m7 E E A G#m7 F#m9 F#m9
E E B5 E E E
[B Section]
C#m7 E5 A/E E
C#m7 E5 A/E E
C#m7 E5 A/E E5 C#m7 B5 A/E
How to play Big Country
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.