What fret is the capo on for the song Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster?

The song Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster by Tom Waits uses a capo on fret 3. Using a capo allows you to play the song with open chord shapes without difficult barre chords.

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Q: How to play the easy chords for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster (Tom Waits)?

To play the Easy Chords for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 3 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

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Key: FM

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

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Easy Chord Tip: Use capo on fret 3 — use Dm chord shapes. Pelajari Smart Capo →

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Song Fundamentals

Key Fm (F Minor)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)

Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Advanced

Capo Position Capo Fret 3

Chord Count 10 Unique Chords

Genre Country

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

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Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster by Tom Waits is played in the key of Fm. Originally recorded in the sounding key of Fm, 'Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster' by Tom Waits is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 3, enabling guitarists to execute friendly Dm shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. To prevent hand fatigue on the challenging F barre chord, beginners can comfortably substitute an open Fmaj7 (xx3210) or small four-string F (xx3211) without sacrificing harmonic richness or vocal support. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between Cm and G#: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 110 BPM.

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Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

v – III – v – III – v – III

Song chords:

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Cm Ab G Fm

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords

C# C Bbm F# F Bb

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

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Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key FM Acoustic pitch of original recording

Capo Fret 3 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key DM Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 3 transforms fingering into Dm, maintaining Fm sound without complex barre chords.

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Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of FM. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

i Fm Tonic

ii° Gdim Supertonic

III Ab Mediant

iv Bbm Subdominant

v Cm Dominant

VI Db Submediant

VII Eb Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 10 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle Requires 8 barre chord shapes (Cm, Ab, Fm)

check_circle Capo on fret 3 is recommended for optimal finger comfort

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: FM • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: v – III – v – III – v – III • DIFF: 5/5 • CAPO: 3

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quiz How to play the easy chords for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster (Tom Waits)?

To play the Easy Chords for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 3 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster?

The original recording key for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster by Tom Waits is FM. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

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quiz How to play the easy chords for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster (Tom Waits)?

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Cemetery Polka - 2023 Remaster?

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?