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Buckskin Leathers<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Buckskin Reel <\/strong>is another great tune from Canadian M\u00e9tis fiddler Andy Dejarlis.<\/strong> When Andy died (near Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1975), he had recorded nearly 200 original compositions. I think his most recorded composition would be Whiskey Before Breakfast<\/a>. I’ve also got Caribou Reel<\/a> tabbed out on this site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The name of this particular melody ( Buckskin Reel) was probably a tribute to the ornate buckskin clothing and accessories that were worn by the M\u00e9tis people across Canada<\/strong>, many years ago. The different coats, moccasins, leggings, etc.., were made from deer skin or elk hide<\/strong>, and often decorated with porcupine quills, feathers and beads<\/strong>..<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The art has been passed down over the years. As a result, you can still find modern examples of these beautifully decorated items worn today. The M\u00e9tis are renown for their intricate and colorful floral patterns and beadwork.<\/strong><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Newsletter<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The Chords<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Firstly, we have a pretty simple chord pattern, with only three chords. In addition, you’ll notice a slight deviation from the common I – IV – V progression. The composer has chosen a I – vi – V progression. Therefore, we end up with the minor 6th chord of the scale. As a result, in the key of D Major we’ll use D – Bm – A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, are some shapes that I like. They’re formed on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th strings, with the 1st string muted.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Some chord shapes to try<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Or, for more of an ‘old-timey’ feel, try the D Major and A Major chords like this:<\/p>\n\n\n

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Of course, these are only suggestions. For example, you can use the full chord form if you like, and there are other chord voicings that will work just as well. See if you can come up with something different that suits your ear better.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Tune<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I’ve tabbed Buckskin Reel <\/strong>out in 4\/4 timing. It’s in the key of D Major and has the standard reel format – played A-A-B-B. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tab\/music in the image below is the basic melody without embellishment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n