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Banjo tablatures for Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow

Flatt & Scruggs

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #drop c, #vocal song, #up-tempo

Ain’t Gonna Work Tomorrow is one of the Carter Family's most renowned albums and the leading track which carried the title of the album is regarded as a rarer tune than Wildwood Flower, a folk staple. The Carter family first recorded Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow in 1928 and it was also recorded by the Country Gentlemen in 1959. The album features the marvelous presence of various artists who contributed to the bluegrass style in which the album was created. You would find a total of 12 tracks on the collection and each one carries lyrics that sings to the heart and would get your foot tapping in no time. The bluegrass style covers the King, Starday and Gusto family of labels, with covers by the Carter family.

  • Banjo Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow Scruggs Style

    Scruggs Style

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      120 bpm
    • Tuning
      gCGBD

    A classic Earl Scruggs banjo arrangement of Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow in drop C. Measure 6 is a particularly fun section of the song, featuring a bluesy moment to lead you from an F ...

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  • Banjo Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow Scruggs Style-2

    Scruggs Style-2

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      110 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    This is an up the neck break in the Key of G. Notice how many of the banjo chord shapes are similar to the key of C in open/first position.

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  • Banjo Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow Melodic Style

    Melodic Style

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      120 bpm
    • Tuning
      gCGBD

    A version of Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow that uses a lot of elements from the Scruggs arrangement. This gives you a chance to work on blending styles in your banjo soloing and improvis...

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  • Banjo Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow Backup

    Backup

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      120 bpm
    • Tuning
      gCGBD

    More classic Scruggs playing with a couple fancy 7th chords thrown in to give it some color. 7th chords are great for creating and releasing tension in a song.

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Practicing Tips

'Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow' is an exciting learning resource designed exclusively for intermediate banjo players interested in Bluegrass music. It incorporates the use of diverse banjo tablatures in Scruggs, Scruggs-2, Melodic and Backup styles. This resource's main thrust is the keywords - drop C, up-tempo, and vocal song, essential elements required to master this piece.


This learning program exploits the groundbreaking features of the Tunefox platform, significantly enhancing your learning experience. One noteworthy tool is the Lickswitcher, a feature that enables learners to swap out licks in specific measures. This revolutionary approach fosters a dynamic and creative learning environment that allows learners to play around with the tablatures and create unique interpretations of 'Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow'.


In addition, the program includes an Arrange slider that allows you to modify the song according to your proficiency level and artistic preferences. Whether you are looking to simplify the song to align it with your skill level or add some complexity to the tune for a more sophisticated sound, the Arrange slider is your go-to feature.


In support of auditory learners, Tunefox incorporates the 'Hide notes' slider. This feature gives you the freedom to conceal individual notes, requiring you to rely on your auditory senses to learn the tune by ear. As a result, your musical intuition, memory, and overall ability to play by ear are significantly enhanced.


Lastly, always remember to practice in a quiet environment that favors concentration and enables you to hear the details in the tune clearly. Also, consider breaking the piece down into smaller sections, allowing you to focus and understand each part thoroughly before moving on to subsequent sections. This systematic and rigorous approach ensures you master 'Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow' and significantly improve your overall banjo playing skills.


Ain't Gonna Work Tomorrow lyrics

I ain't gonna work tomorrow
Ain't gonna work today
Ain't gonna work tomorrow,lord
For that is my wedding day

I love my mama and papa too
I love my mama and papa too
I love my mama and papa too
But I'd leave them both to go with you

* Refrain

I've been all around this country
I've been all around this world
I've been all around this country,lord
For the sake of one little girl

* Refrain

I'm leaving you this lonesome song
I'm leaving you this lonesome song
I'm leaving you this lonesome song
Cause I'm gonna be gone before long

* Refrain