1. Tunefox.com
    2. ›
  2. Clawhammer banjo songs
    3. ›
  3. Shortnin' Bread
Back

Shortnin' Bread Clawhammer banjo Tabs

Traditional

Shortnin' Bread Clawhammer banjo Tablature: One Song, Many Styles

Recomended level: Beginner

Tags: #clawhammer, #traditional, #double c tuning

Clawhammer banjo song Shortnin' Bread is a traditional, fun tune perfect for beginning players. It's in Double C tuning and can be picked out relatively easily. It's a great way to learn the basics of Clawhammer technique for the beginner banjo player.

Learn how to play Shortnin' Bread on Clawhammer banjo with this selection of tablatures:

  • Clawhammer banjo Shortnin' Bread Clawhammer - Double C Tuning

    Clawhammer - Double C Tuning

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

    Shortnin' Bread is just a little bit sweeter in Double C tuning. First you pick, then you grin. You'll want to play it again, and again!

    Learn
  • Clawhammer banjo Shortnin' Bread Clawhammer

    Clawhammer

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      80 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDGBD

    A nice and simple arrangement of Shortin' Bread with some great licks!

    Learn



Practicing Tips

Learning Overview: Welcome to the Shortnin' Bread learning resource, a comprehensive guide that offers clawhammer banjo tabs specifically curated for those at the beginner level. The styles in focus include Clawhammer and Clawhammer - Double C Tuning Styles. The focus here is on grasping key concepts such as Clawhammer, Traditional playing, and the unique Double C Tuning.


Key Learning Tips: With this resource, you'll be introduced to the innovative features of the Tunefox platform. Key among these is the Lickswitcher tool, which provides interchangeable licks for individual measures. This feature encourages a creative and flexible approach to learning, letting you invent unique tunes and rhythms. To further personalize your learning, the Arrange slider gives you the power to modify the tune's difficulty as well as its tone, fitting it to your proficiency and style.


Auditory Learning: For those who favor learning through listening, this resource includes the 'Hide notes' slider. This tool allows you to selectively hide notes, compelling you to learn the tune by ear. This method strengthens ear training by improving your musical intuition and memory, enhancing your natural senses.


Additional Tips: As you navigate this journey of learning Shortnin' Bread, remember that consistent practice is crucial to mastery. Aim for short, focused practice sessions rather than lengthy, unfocused ones—this boosts retention and muscle memory. Also, don't be afraid to experiment with different speeds and rhythms, you never know what unique tunes you might discover. Lastly, keep it fun and enjoyable; after all, learning music is all about expressing your creativity.


Shortnin' Bread lyrics

Put on the skillet, put on the lead, Mamma's gonna make a little short'nin' bread; That ain't all, she's gonna do, Mamma's gonna to make a little coffee, too. Mamma's little baby loves shortnin', shortnin', Mamma's little baby loves shortnin',bread, Mamma's little baby loves shortnin', shortnin', Mamma's little baby loves shortnin' bread. Two little chillunchildren, lyin in bed, One of them sick, and the other one's dead, Call for the doctor and the doctor said "Feed them children on shortnin' bread". Mamma's little baby loves shortnin', shortnin', Mamma's little baby loves shortnin',bread, Mamma's little baby loves shortnin', shortnin', Mamma's little baby loves shortnin' bread.