Walking After Midnight C6th

Wayne D. Clark · From: Montello Wisconsin, USA

The Song "Walking After Midnight" In C6th, I notice that ever time I see it played on "You Tube" It is listed as [C6th High G]. So am I to understand that it cannot be played in C6th with E as the first String. In other words that first String "G" is such an integral part of the song that you might say With out the [High "G" C6th tuning]. You are unable to properly play the song. Right.

Liz Williams · From: California, USA

Nope. On page 101 of Doug Beaumier's book "25 more songs for lap steel guitar" there is an arrangement of Walkin' After Midnight for a 6-string lap steel tuned low to high: CEGACE. So, "Walking After Midnight" without the high G.

Both of Doug's lap steel books are great. I'm learning so much working my way through them.

Doug Beaumier · From: Northampton, MA

Thanks Wayne and Liz. I just replied to your email, Wayne. You don't need a high G string to play the song (the melody of the song). In the video I played an 8-string lap steel with high G, but I use the G mostly to play the solos, the improv sections. The arrangement in my 25 MORE book is basically the same melody as the 8-string version. There is also a solo in the book, and it's a little easier than the video solo(s). Thanks for asking!
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Wayne D. Clark · From: Montello Wisconsin, USA

Thank you both for your answer. Doug I have to get your books, I have been procrastinating on doing that. I'll be in touch on your Web sight. Thanks Liz, you moved me to act.

Billy Mostyn · From: Queensland, Australia

They are great books and CDs. I'm looking forward to getting Doug's next book and CDs.

Liz Williams · From: California, USA

You're going to love them, Wayne.

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