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Star of the County Down for high G ukulele – with slurs and strums
A fast and playful arrangement from my upcoming Pick Pluck Play! Valentine’s Day Special Edition. This one‑page version of “Star of County Down” for high‑G ukulele is packed with slurs, strums, and left‑hand techniques that keep the melody dancing. A cheerful glimpse of the love‑themed collection I’m racing to finish! Continue reading
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