Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones – 3-string Open G GDG – Tablature for Cigar Box Guitars

November 20, 2014, 8:34 am

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The tablature in the PDF link below will show you exactly how to play the melody and chords for the song Honky Tonk Women, written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards and recorded by The Rolling Stones. This is a classic rock and roll anthem through and through – from the starting cowbell solo to the unforgettable lyrics to every one of the instantly recognizable guitar licks throughout.

All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by The Southbound String Company, the only strings specifically chosen and voiced for cigar box guitars. Be sure to check out our line of Open G GDG cigar box guitar string sets here!

We also have a video by Glenn Watt that shows you how to read and play this style of 3-string CBG tablature: click here to view it!

Gitty also recorded an MP3 of himself playing this song, if you want to get an idea of how it sounds:

Click this link or the image below to view the printable PDF: Honky TonkWomen by the Rolling Stones – Cigar Box Guitar Tablature

 

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Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen – 3-string Open G GDG – Cigar Box Guitar Tablature

January 1, 2015, 3:51 pm

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The tablature in the PDF link below shows you how to play the melody and chords for the song Hallelujah, written and performed by Leonard Cohen. This is one of the best known of Cohen’s songs, and has been covered many times. It is one of the most hauntingly beautiful modern songs, and like many of the most powerful songs it has a quite simple melody line that is pretty easy to play on a cigar box guitar.

The printable tablature sheet linked below contains both the simple melody-only version as well as a more advanced version that includes some chords. You can also view the video below where Gitty shows you how to play it.

All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by The Southbound String Company, the only strings specifically chosen and voiced for cigar box guitars. Be sure to check out our line of Open G GDG cigar box guitar string sets here!

We also have a video by Glenn Watt that shows you how to read and play this style of 3-string CBG tablature: click here to view it!

Click this link or the image below to view the printable PDF:

Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen – Tablature for 3-string Cigar Box Guitars 

Carolina in my Mind by James Taylor – 3-string Open G GDG – Cigar Box Guitar Tablature

January 17, 2015, 2:33 pm

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The 3-string cigar box guitar tablature in the PDF link below will show you exactly how to play the melody and chords for the song Carolina in my Mind, written and performed by James Taylor. This is one of James’ greatest hits, instantly recognizable from just the first few notes. Like a lot of James Taylor’s songs, the melody line is fairly straightforward but the chord progression can be a little complex.

The printable tablature sheet linked below contains both the simple melody-only version as well as a more advanced version that includes some chords.

All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by The Southbound String Company, the only strings specifically chosen and voiced for cigar box guitars. Be sure to check out our line of Open G GDG cigar box guitar string sets here!

We also have a video by Glenn Watt that shows you how to read and play this style of 3-string CBG tablature: click here to view it!

Click this link or the image below to view the printable PDF: Carolina In My Mind by James Taylor – 3-string Cigar Box Guitar Tablature

We hope that you will find the tablature useful, and that you’ll use it to make great music with your cigar box guitars!

Build Me Up Buttercup – 3-string Open G GDG – Tablature for Cigar Box Guitars

January 10, 2015, 9:05 am

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This song is a feel-good rock and roll classic, first recorded by The Foundations in 1980 and covered a number of times since. This version of it has been arranged and tabbed by Glenn Watt. Glenn gives us two versions of the song – the basic melody line, and then the tabbed version with the chords.

You can view the printable tablature sheets by clicking on the link or images below. You can also watch the video below where Glenn shows you how he plays (and sings!) the song on his 3-string cigar box guitar tuned to Open G “GDG”.

Build Me Up Buttercup (Melody Only) – Tablature for 3-string Cigar Box Guitars

 

Build Me Up Buttercup (Chords) – Tablature for 3-string Cigar Box Guitars

 

Blister in the Sun by the Violent Femmes – 3-string Open G GDG – Chords & Tablature for Cigar Box Guitars

May 5, 2015, 8:32 am

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Blister in the Sun is one of the classic alternative rock anthems. First released in 1983 on the self-titled album by the Violent Femmes, it remained popular through the 1990’s and still is heard today. The opening riff is one of this song is one of the most recognizable in rock and roll, right up there with Smoke on the Water.

 

Another great thing about this song is that on the 3-string cigar box guitar tuned to Open G GDG, it can all be played on one string! An alternative arrangement could take it lower to make use of the second and third strings, but we leave that up to you. It is a very simple melody line, so have some fun with it!

All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by The Southbound String Company, the only strings specifically chosen and voiced for cigar box guitars. Be sure to check out our line of Open G GDG cigar box guitar string sets here!

Click this link or the image below to view the printable PDF: Blister in the Sun by the Violent Femmes

“Apache” by The Shadows – Tablature for Open GDG Cigar Box Guitars

August 1, 2017, 8:11 am

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“Apache” is an instrumental piece written in 1960 by Jerry Lordan. Since it’s inception it has been recorded by numerous artists over the years, including; The incredible Bonjo Band, The  Shadows and The Sugarhill Gang.

The basic melody of the song as interpreted by the Sugarhill Gang was used in Sir-Mix-A-Lot’s 90’s hit, “Jump On It”.

The following tablature was written out to fit with the Shadows version for 3-String Cigar Box Guitars tuned to Open G – GDG.

It is recommended to have a recording of the song ready when practicing, as it will help get the timing down.

Click the image below for the FREE PDF!

Call Me The Breeze by J. J. Cale (performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd) – 3-string Cigar Box Guitar Tablature

April 9, 2018, 8:04 am

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The tablature in the PDF link below will show you exactly how to play the melody and chords for the classic Southern Rock song Call Me The Breeze, written by J. J. Cale and famously performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd. This tablature is arranged for 3-string Open G “GDG” tuning.

All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop shop for all things Cigar Box Guitar: Instruments, Kits, Parts, Gear & More. 

If you need some help with this style of tablature, here’s a video where Glenn Watt shows you how to read it

Hallelujah By Leonard Cohen 2-String Bass Tablature

October 24, 2018, 12:01 pm

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The tablature in the PDF link below will show you exactly how to play the bass line for the “Hallelujah“, written by Leonard Cohen.  This tablature is arranged for 2-string basses with  Open G “GD” tuning, such as C. B. Gitty’s G-Bass Kit.

Click on the image above to download the printable PDF document.
All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop shop for all things Cigar Box Guitar: Instruments, Kits, Parts, Gear & More.

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Folsom Prison Blues By Johnny Cash 2-String G-Bass Tablature

October 24, 2018, 6:30 am

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The tablature in the PDF link below will show you exactly how to play the bass line for the timeless rockabilly song, “Folsom Prison Blues“, by Johnny Cash.  This tablature is arranged for 2-string basses with  Open G “GD” tuning, such as C. B. Gitty’s G-Bass Kit.

Click on the image above to download the printable PDF document.
All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop shop for all things Cigar Box Guitar: Instruments, Kits, Parts, Gear & More.

Copperhead Road by Steve Earle 3-String Cigar Box Guitar Tablature

December 5, 2018, 10:38 am

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Learn how to play Copperhead Road by Steve Earle on your 3-string cigar box guitar.

With the free tablature in this pose, you can learn how to play Copperhead Road, written by Steve Earle, on your 3-string cigar box guitar. Simply click the image below to download the free tab. 

If you would like a little help with reading tablature, watch this short video tutorial.

Copperhead Road by Steve Earle 2-String G-Bass Tablature

December 5, 2018, 10:49 am

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With the free tablature in this post, you will learn how to play Copperhead Road, by Steve Earle, on your 2-string G-Bass.

Learn how to play the bass line to Copperhead Road, written by Steve Earle, on your 2-string bass, such as the C. B. Gitty G-Bass. Simply click on the image below to download the free 2-string bass tab.

If you’d like help reading this tab, watch this quick video tutorial. While the video is addresses 3-string cigar box guitar tab, the principles contained therein apply to 2-string basses, as well.

Blowin’ In The Wind By Bob Dylan | 2-String Bass Tablature

October 23, 2018, 10:31 am

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The tablature in the PDF link below will show you exactly how to play the bass  line for the classic folk-rock song “Blowin’ In The Wind“, by Bob Dylan.  This tablature is arranged for 2-string basses with  Open G “GD” tuning, such as C. B. Gitty’s G-Bass Kit.

Click on the image above to download the printable PDF document.
All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop shop for all things Cigar Box Guitar: Instruments, Kits, Parts, Gear & More.

Blackbird by The Beatles Tablature for 3-string Cigar Box Guitar

October 23, 2018, 9:55 am

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The tablature in the PDF link below will show you exactly how to play the classic rock song “Blackbird“, written by Paul McCartney and John Lennon and recorded by The Beatles. This tablature is arranged for 3-string Open G “GDG” tuning.

Click on the image above to download the printable PDF document.
All of the cigar box guitar tablature here on CigarBoxGuitar.com is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop shop for all things Cigar Box Guitar: Instruments, Kits, Parts, Gear & More.

Cigar Box Guitar Lesson: How to Play Led Zepplin’s Dancing Days

December 12, 2019, 8:21 am

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In this post, you’ll learn how to play Led Zepplin’s Dancing Days on a 4-string cigar box guitar from Shane Speal.

For this video lesson, Shane Speal used a 4-string guitar built from a C. B. Gitty Tupelo Tenor Electric Box Guitar Kit.

The guitar tuning used here is G-D-G -B, and you’ll need a slide that covers all four strings to play along.

To help you learn this iconic rock song, Shane includes on-screen tablature indicating at which frets you’ll need to place your fingers and slide.

Learning Dancing Days on your 4-string cigar box guitar has never been easier!

Get the same awesome sound Shane has in this video by getting your own 4-string Tupelo Tenor guitar from C. B. Gitty.