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When The Saints Go Marching in Banjo Tabs

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When The Saints Go Marching in Banjo Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Beginner

Tags: #jazz, #swing music, #vocal song, #medium-tempo

This is classic melody is well known by many. It was written by Louis Armstrong and his orchestra. There's three arrangements for banjo here. The melody shows you the heart of the tune, the Scruggs Style arrangement will add in some forward rolls with minimal fret hand embellishment, and Scruggs Style 2 is a fully fledged interpretation of this tune as Earl might have played it



Start with the melody! Whether you are a beginner or seasoned Scruggs style player you should know, and be able to play, the basic melody of a tune. After learning this check out the Scruggs style arrangement. This one will give you an idea of how rolls are incorporated to a tune while retaining some melody notes. The Scruggs Style 2 arrangement has more sophisticated fret hand embellishments for a fully authentic banjo sound that still stays true to this great melody.

Learn how to play When The Saints Go Marching in on Banjo with this selection of tablatures:

  • Banjo When The Saints Go Marching in Melody

    Melody

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

    Just the melody. If you are weary from learning and practicing rolls, leaning a melody is a great thing to work on. In fact, Sonny Osbourne has said that is how all banjo players sh...

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  • Banjo When The Saints Go Marching in Scruggs Style

    Scruggs Style

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

    We've got rolls! Notice how they've been added to fill the space in the melody. This is kind of the essence of Scruggs and 3 finger style banjo playing. It definitely gets more comp...

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  • Banjo When The Saints Go Marching in Scruggs Style 2

    Scruggs Style 2

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

    A fun Scruggs Style arrangement of this timeless tune. The licks provide you with a lot more variety in picking styles and interpretations of this great melody.

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Practicing Tips

Learning Overview:
Embark on a thrilling musical journey with our educational, beginner-friendly tool providing bluegrass banjo tabs for "When The Saints Go Marching in". Dive into the captivating genres of jazz and swing music while you master this iconic vocal song set to a medium-tempo. The advanced features of the Tunefox platform, such as the Lick Switcher and Arrange Slider, will take your learning experience to new heights.


Tools for Creative Learning:
The Lick Switcher and Arrange Slider are our innovative utility features tailored to unleash your creative potential. The Lick Switcher is essential in offering a new perspective of the song by adding fresh licks, enabling numerous variations and personalized arrangements. This functionality empowers you to foster unique interpretations of the tune. On the other hand, the Arrange Slider adjusts the difficulty level and tone of the song, ensuring a smooth learning curve.


Practicing Tools:
Our practicing tools are your gateway to perfecting this melody. They include adjustable tempo settings, backing tracks to assist your play-along sessions, the Speed Up Function to challenge you as your skill grows, and the unique feature to Hide Notes for learning by ear. These tools provide a comprehensive practice experience, equipping you to master the song with precision and confidence.


Effective Practice Tips:
Starting slowly is a timeless and effective tip for mastering any new tune. It allows you to grasp the intricacies of the melody, rhythm, and technique. Allow your practice sessions to evolve naturally, increasing the tempo as you gain confidence. Remember, consistency and patience are key in this learning journey. Savor each step, enjoy the magical strains of "When The Saints Go Marching in", and watch your musical prowess unfold.