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Big Sciota Banjo Tabs

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Big Sciota Banjo Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #old time, #fiddle tune, #instrumental

Big Sciota is a popular tune in the old-time and bluegrass repertoire and is named for the Scioto/Sciota river which flows through Ohio and empties into the Ohio River. West Virginia fiddler Burl Hammons is the main source for the melody of this tune and the recordings that he made have influenced many artists to play their own renditions of this fiddle tune. Today, its one of the most popular bluegrass jam tunes and has been covered by artists such as the Red Clay Ramblers, Bob Carlin, Reed Island Ramblers, and more.

Learn how to play Big Sciota on Banjo with this selection of tablatures:

  • Banjo Big Sciota Scruggs Style

    Scruggs Style

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

    This arrangement is in the key of fun. Jump in and get you some.

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  • Banjo Big Sciota Melodic Style

    Melodic Style

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

    Inside Rolls! If you are scared of them, you must face your fear and conquer this arrangement! Then use the lick switcher for more tasty goodness. Enjoy.

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  • Banjo Big Sciota Single String Style

    Single String Style

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

    Pick and grin. That's all there is to it boys and girls! Slurs and hammer-ons will help you get a silky smooth sound in this single string arrangement. You'll also get to use the mid...

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Practicing Tips

Unlock the bluegrass banjo with our comprehensive learning resource for 'Big Sciota'. Perfect for intermediate players, this resource offers tablatures in Scruggs, Melodic, and Single String Styles. With a special focus on old time, fiddle tune, and instrumental keywords, this learning journey is a surefire way to elevate your musical skills.


The magic of learning with the Tunefox platform lies in its features - more specifically, the Lick Switcher. This tool lets you add a new vocabulary to your banjo repertoire by allowing you to experiment with different licks for individual measures. It's all about customization - transform the arrangement according to your preference while discovering fresh ways to interpret the tune. Simply tap the measure to unlock the hidden licks and watch the song take a new spin.


With the Arrange slider, customizing difficulty levels has never been so easy. Slide to the left for a simple, core arrangement without the 'fill-in' notes; essentially stripping the song back to its bare essentials. Or swipe to the right to add more complexity and nuance to the song with the inclusion of extra notes. It's musical arrangement tailor-made to your skill set.


To help you get in the groove, the tempo slider lets you adjust the speed to your liking. Playing along with backing tracks can be a whole lot of fun too. Select specific measures, repeat them and gradually increase your speed with the 'Speed Up' function which subtly amps up the tempo each time you run through the song. Start at a manageable speed, and let 'Speed Up' gently push you to faster tempos.


As with any learning endeavor, remember that practice makes perfect. Consistency is key. So pick up your banjo, tap into the power of the Tunefox platform, and let 'Big Sciota' be your melody. Happy playing!