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Banjo tablatures for Man of Constant Sorrow

The Stanley Brothers

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #bluesy, #vocal song, #medium-tempo, #old time

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.

  • Banjo Man of Constant Sorrow Scruggs Style

    Scruggs Style

    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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  • Banjo Man of Constant Sorrow Bluesy Style

    Bluesy Style

    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.

    Banjo Man of Constant Sorrow Bluesy Style
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  • Banjo Man of Constant Sorrow Backup

    Backup

    A rolling and bluesy backup version of Man of Constant Sorrow to demonstrate filling in-between vocal lines.

    Banjo Man of Constant Sorrow Backup
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