In this guitar tutorial, you’ll learn Don’t Fear the Reaper by Blue Öyster Cult, arranged for acoustic guitar. We’ll cover both the iconic intro picking and chord changes that give the song its eerie atmosphere. Ideal for intermediate players looking to add a darker classic rock song to their set.
Don’t Fear The Reaper – Blue Oyster Cult – Guitar Tutorial
- Artist: Blue Oyster Cult
- Genres: Rock
- Decades: 70's
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Don't Fear The Reaper Chords:
Strumming Pattern:
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2
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3
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4
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Time Signature
142 bpm
Difficulty: Late Beginner
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