Ed Sheeran & Elton John - Merry Christmas - Acoustic Guitar Lesson

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Ed Sheeran & Elton John - Merry Christmas - Acoustic Lesson

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Merry Christmas album cover
Merry Christmas
2021 3:29
Ed Sheeran & Elton John 2021 A major
Capo Advisor 0 A major · Original key

About Merry Christmas


Merry Christmas is a festive collaboration between Ed Sheeran and Elton John, released in 2021. This duet blends contemporary pop with classic holiday charm, offering electric guitarists an accessible yet charming arrangement. The song's straightforward structure and melodic focus make it a good choice for players looking to develop rhythm playing and vocal accompaniment skills during the holiday season.

  • Features a duet between Ed Sheeran and Elton John, combining modern and classic artistry.
  • Released in 2021 as part of the Merry Christmas album project.
  • Straightforward pop arrangement makes it suitable for intermediate electric guitarists.

How to Play Merry Christmas

Tuning: E Standard · Key: A major

Use the section loop to isolate a passage and drop the speed to build each section up to tempo.

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