It happened tonight at my bluegrass jam. Someone called "Help is on the Way" recorded by Doyle Lawson (in 2009, written by Michael E. Reed Jr.) in the key of C. Nice tune, nice sentiment. After we finished I pointed out "You know that is almost the exact same melody and progression as 'Christmas in the Trenches' by John McCutcheon (1984)." so yes, this is very common. Who can forget "My Sweet Lord" vs "He's So Fine." If they busted George Harrison they gonna bust you too son!
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