Man of Constant Sorrow Banjo Tabs
The Stanley Brothers
Man of Constant Sorrow Banjo Tablature: One Song, Many Styles
Recomended level: Intermediate
When people think Bluegrass, this is often the first tune that comes to mind. It's gonna be best to start simple here. Check out the Scruggs or the Backup version. This will set you up to be able to take the lead or supporting role in a ham situation. After getting the basics down try some licks. Work one lick on its own over and over until it's easy for you, then try to incorporate it into the song. If you're feeling adventurous, try out the Bluesy arrangement for a Ron Block style break to this tune.
Learn how to play Man of Constant Sorrow on Banjo with this selection of tablatures:
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Scruggs Style
- Difficulty
- Key D
- Tempo 100 bpm
- Tuning aDGBD
A simple, yet bluesy version of Man of Constant Sorrow that teaches using leaving out the "3rd" of the G and A chords.
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Bluesy Style
- Difficulty
- Key D
- Tempo 100 bpm
- Tuning aDGBD
A Ron Block-style take on this classic traditional tune Man of Constant Sorrow. Ron uses a lot of bluesy slides and pull-offs on the 2nd string.
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