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Clawhammer banjo tablatures for Arkansas Traveler

Traditional

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #clawhammer, #frailing

Arkansas Traveler is a well-known clawhammer banjo song originating from the old-time Appalachian tradition of folk music. It’s a classic in the genre, first appearing in the 19th century and still loved by banjo players of all skill levels. The tune is full of interesting complexities, making it especially appealing to advanced players who can craft intricate arangements. Though it has a home in folk music, the song has been interpreted in all kinds of styles, including bluegrass and Newgrass.

  • Clawhammer banjo Arkansas Traveler Simple

    Simple

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      90 bpm
    • Tuning
      GCGCD

    I got me a baby Bumblebee! But this one won't sting-she's a sweetie. Just some simple alternation, and B part is all about that Bum-Ditty. Enjoy!

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  • Clawhammer banjo Arkansas Traveler Jam

    Jam

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      100 bpm
    • Tuning
      GCGCD

    Step your game up with this version of Arkansas Traveler. We're getting closer and closer to that fiddle tune melody by using some drop thumb, and fret hand slurs.

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  • Clawhammer banjo Arkansas Traveler Old-Time

    Old-Time

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      C
    • Tempo
      110 bpm
    • Tuning
      GCGCD

    This version of Arkansas Traveler is nimble-to say the least. Lots of drop thumb, some melodic style plying, and we'll be traveling way up that banjo neck. This one may take some ext...

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Practicing Tips

The "Arkansas Traveler" learning resource offers beginner, intermediate, and old-time styles of clawhammer banjo tablatures. The resource structures the musical pieces around two primary pointers – clawhammer and frailing. These keywords define the fundamental techniques and practices you will learn in clawhammer banjo playing.


The Tunefox platform, on which this resource is leveraged, is particularly innovative. One of its notable features is the Lickswitcher tool. This tool encourages you to experiment with different musical combinations, as it allows you to swap out individual licks in specific measures. This approach promotes flexibility and creativity in learning and experimenting with melodies.


The platform also provides the Arrange slider. With this feature, you can further tailor your learning experience by adjusting the song's difficulty and tone according to your skill level and musical preferences. This feature ensures that your learning journey aligns with your personal musical journey and style.


For auditory learners, the 'Hide notes' slider can be an invaluable tool for improving musical intuition and memory. This tool allows you to hide individual notes, challenging you to play and learn the tune by ear, supporting and strengthening your ear training skills.


In addition to benefiting from these fantastic tools, keep in mind some general tips for practicing and learning this song. Consistency, patience, and a lot of practice are key. Try practicing in small segments of time regularly instead of long sessions infrequently. Slowly increase the tempo as you get comfortable with the music. Lastly, remember to enjoy the process, as the love for the music itself is the best motivator to master craft!