“Inverness” comes from fiddler/mandolinist John Mailander, who recorded it on his album Walking Distance. It’s a beautiful, contemplative melody that alternates measures of 6/4 and 4/4. Joe walks you through the second part of “Inverness” in this video.
“Just a Closer Walk with Thee” in G |
“Just a Closer Walk with Thee” in G, Part 1: Melody |
“Just a Closer Walk with Thee” is a traditional gospel song likely dating back to the 1800s. It’s one of the all-time great melodies. The author is unknown but the first recording was by the Selah Jubilee Singers in 1941. In an earlier lesson, Joe taught the song in the key of C. In this video, you’ll learn the melody in the key of G in two octaves.
“Just a Closer Walk with Thee” in G Notation/Tab (Available to subscribers) |