Patty Griffin Guitar Tunings
Patty Griffin has used standard and alternate guitar tunings across their recorded discography. Below you will find 3 songs with exact string notes and tuning configurations.
Patty Griffin Songs & Guitar Tunings
| Song Title | Tuning required | Genre / Style | Tune Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys from Tralee | D - A - D - D - A - DDADDAD (Bruce Palmer Modal) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| Not Alone | D - A - D - D - A - DDADDAD (Bruce Palmer Modal) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| Standing in the shadow | E - A - D - G - B - EStandard E | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
Patty Griffin's Most Used Tunings
DADDAD (Bruce Palmer Modal)
Standard E
String Pitch Guide: DADDAD (Bruce Palmer Modal)
Primary tuning reference used for 2 songs in Patty Griffin's catalog.
Patty Griffin Guitar Tuning Overview
Patty Griffin utilizes a dynamic selection of guitar tunings to achieve distinct voice leading, open resonance, and chord voicings across their music. While standard tuning forms the foundation for many tracks, alternate tunings—such as drop tunings and open tunings—play a pivotal role in shaping their signature guitar sound.
Using our interactive tuner above, you can inspect each string note required for Patty Griffin songs, tune your guitar using microphone pitch detection, and explore chord voicings for each song.