Silent Night — Free Clawhammer Banjo Tab + Video Lesson

Bring a bit of Christmas magic to your banjo playing this year with this cosy, beginner-friendly clawhammer tutorial of Silent Night. This beautiful carol sits perfectly on the banjo, and whether you're brand new to clawhammer or already playing your way through the holidays, this lesson will guide you step by step.

🎄 Download the Free Tab

Click below to download the exact tab shown in the video and play along at your own pace.

Download The Tab For Silent Night Here

About the Lesson

In the video, I break the tune down into three easy Christmas-themed stages:

00:00 – Introduction
03:11 – Level 1: Baking the Cake
12:50 – Level 2: Decorating the Cake
20:30 – Level 3: The Cherry on Top

You’ll learn the melody phrase by phrase, how to keep the gentle 3/4 flow that makes Silent Night so peaceful, and how to add smooth hammer-ons and pull-offs to bring the tune to life.

This arrangement is designed to be simple, musical, and accessible to every player — even if you’ve never played a Christmas tune before. It's perfect for sharing with family, playing next to the tree, or adding to your holiday repertoire.

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Tune up, get cosy, and enjoy learning one of the world’s most loved Christmas melodies on clawhammer banjo.
Merry Christmas and happy frailing! 🎄🪕