Public domain

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American traditional play-party song, 19th century

Key

C major

Meter

4/4

BPM

112

Chords

CGCFCGC

Available shapes

How to play the chords

Simple standard-guitar diagrams for the chords used in this piece.

C

Guitar
xEADoGBoe

Curve the fingers so the open G and high E strings can ring.

G

Guitar
EAoDoGoBe

Keep the bass note strong and let the open middle strings ring.

F

Guitar
EADGBe

Use a barre on fret 1. Beginners can first practice the top four strings.

Open string: o · Muted string: x. Some advanced chords may not have a simplified diagram yet.

Simplified notes

1

G E E

2

G E E

3

F D D

4

F D D

5

E C C D

6

E F G

7

G E C

Practice tips

  • Use short, clean phrases.
  • Count four steady beats.
  • Try clapping the rhythm before playing.

Rights note

Traditional public-domain tune. This is a compact study arrangement created for TuneUniversal beginners.