The 12 days of riffmas day 10: it's a song that can strike fear into the heart of pickers but this video will show you how to get started with the late Dick Dale's signature tune.
The 12 days of riffmas: learn the intro riff to Misirlou by Dick Dale
Day 10: get your alternate picking in shape with a classic from the king of surf guitar
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