Dirty Old Town
Dirty Old Town – Clawhammer Banjo Tab (Free Digital PDF Download)
Learn to play the classic folk tune “Dirty Old Town” with this free clawhammer banjo arrangement! Originally written by Ewan MacColl in 1949 and famously covered by artists like The Pogues, this simplified version is arranged by Ben Dorning for solo banjo—no lyrics, just melody and rhythm in clawhammer style.
This arrangement is designed for beginner to intermediate players, with a focus on making the tune playable and expressive in traditional clawhammer technique.
What you’ll get:
A clearly notated, printable PDF tablature (melody + rhythm)
Standard open G tuning (gDGBD)
Helpful fingering guidance for both hands
Notes on timing and groove to bring the tune to life
Please note:
This is a free educational arrangement for personal use only.
“Dirty Old Town” was written by Ewan MacColl and remains under copyright. This banjo tab is offered without lyrics or audio, and is not intended for resale or commercial distribution.
Download instantly, start playing, and enjoy adding a haunting folk classic to your banjo repertoire!
Dirty Old Town – Clawhammer Banjo Tab (Free Digital PDF Download)
Learn to play the classic folk tune “Dirty Old Town” with this free clawhammer banjo arrangement! Originally written by Ewan MacColl in 1949 and famously covered by artists like The Pogues, this simplified version is arranged by Ben Dorning for solo banjo—no lyrics, just melody and rhythm in clawhammer style.
This arrangement is designed for beginner to intermediate players, with a focus on making the tune playable and expressive in traditional clawhammer technique.
What you’ll get:
A clearly notated, printable PDF tablature (melody + rhythm)
Standard open G tuning (gDGBD)
Helpful fingering guidance for both hands
Notes on timing and groove to bring the tune to life
Please note:
This is a free educational arrangement for personal use only.
“Dirty Old Town” was written by Ewan MacColl and remains under copyright. This banjo tab is offered without lyrics or audio, and is not intended for resale or commercial distribution.
Download instantly, start playing, and enjoy adding a haunting folk classic to your banjo repertoire!
Dirty Old Town – Clawhammer Banjo Tab (Free Digital PDF Download)
Learn to play the classic folk tune “Dirty Old Town” with this free clawhammer banjo arrangement! Originally written by Ewan MacColl in 1949 and famously covered by artists like The Pogues, this simplified version is arranged by Ben Dorning for solo banjo—no lyrics, just melody and rhythm in clawhammer style.
This arrangement is designed for beginner to intermediate players, with a focus on making the tune playable and expressive in traditional clawhammer technique.
What you’ll get:
A clearly notated, printable PDF tablature (melody + rhythm)
Standard open G tuning (gDGBD)
Helpful fingering guidance for both hands
Notes on timing and groove to bring the tune to life
Please note:
This is a free educational arrangement for personal use only.
“Dirty Old Town” was written by Ewan MacColl and remains under copyright. This banjo tab is offered without lyrics or audio, and is not intended for resale or commercial distribution.
Download instantly, start playing, and enjoy adding a haunting folk classic to your banjo repertoire!