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The spirited verse-and-chorus melody of Whiskey In The Jar has been arranged for clawhammer banjo in two progressive versions. This clawhammer banjo tab begins with an approachable SIMPLY SONGS arrangement, giving beginners a clear way to follow the melody, lyrics and chord movement. The Standard TAB then develops the tune with fuller clawhammer rhythm, chord brushes, fifth-string drone notes and hammer-ons, making the collection suitable for players progressing from beginner foundations towards a richer arrangement.
Style: Clawhammer banjo
Tuning: Open G — gDGBD
Key: G major
Time signature: 4/4
SIMPLY SONGS difficulty: Beginner
Standard TAB difficulty: Confident beginner to intermediate
Chords: G, Em, C and D7
SIMPLY SONGS techniques: Single-note melody, open strings, fretting up to the 7th fret and a fifth-fret C barre shape
Standard TAB techniques: Hammer-ons, fifth-string drone notes, chord brushes, open and fretted chord shapes, and movement up to the 7th fret
Lyrics included: Yes
Digital format: Digital PDF download
Page count: 4 PDF pages across both arrangements
Begin with the SIMPLY SONGS arrangement by concentrating on keeping the 4/4 pulse steady as the melody moves through G, Em, C and D7. The chorus includes written claps and a final “HEY!”, so count the spaces carefully to preserve its lively character. The Standard TAB follows the same recognisable tune while adding fifth-string rhythm, full chord brushes and hammer-ons. Take particular care when moving into the fifth-fret C shape and carrying the melody between the 5th and 7th frets.
Start with the SIMPLY SONGS version—a clear, approachable and easy-to-read banjo tab with larger notation and a simplified arrangement. It is designed for beginners, visual learners and players who find traditional banjo tablature difficult to read.
When ready for an extra challenge, progress to the Standard TAB, which provides a more complete clawhammer banjo arrangement with additional notes, techniques and musical detail.
Together, the two versions provide a clear path from understanding and playing the essential tune to developing a richer arrangement.
One easy-to-read SIMPLY SONGS banjo tab
One complete Standard clawhammer banjo tab
Both arrangements supplied as a digital PDF download
Banjo tabs suitable for beginner to intermediate players
Your PDF download will be emailed automatically after purchase. Please double-check that your email address is spelled correctly before completing your order.
The spirited verse-and-chorus melody of Whiskey In The Jar has been arranged for clawhammer banjo in two progressive versions. This clawhammer banjo tab begins with an approachable SIMPLY SONGS arrangement, giving beginners a clear way to follow the melody, lyrics and chord movement. The Standard TAB then develops the tune with fuller clawhammer rhythm, chord brushes, fifth-string drone notes and hammer-ons, making the collection suitable for players progressing from beginner foundations towards a richer arrangement.
Style: Clawhammer banjo
Tuning: Open G — gDGBD
Key: G major
Time signature: 4/4
SIMPLY SONGS difficulty: Beginner
Standard TAB difficulty: Confident beginner to intermediate
Chords: G, Em, C and D7
SIMPLY SONGS techniques: Single-note melody, open strings, fretting up to the 7th fret and a fifth-fret C barre shape
Standard TAB techniques: Hammer-ons, fifth-string drone notes, chord brushes, open and fretted chord shapes, and movement up to the 7th fret
Lyrics included: Yes
Digital format: Digital PDF download
Page count: 4 PDF pages across both arrangements
Begin with the SIMPLY SONGS arrangement by concentrating on keeping the 4/4 pulse steady as the melody moves through G, Em, C and D7. The chorus includes written claps and a final “HEY!”, so count the spaces carefully to preserve its lively character. The Standard TAB follows the same recognisable tune while adding fifth-string rhythm, full chord brushes and hammer-ons. Take particular care when moving into the fifth-fret C shape and carrying the melody between the 5th and 7th frets.
Start with the SIMPLY SONGS version—a clear, approachable and easy-to-read banjo tab with larger notation and a simplified arrangement. It is designed for beginners, visual learners and players who find traditional banjo tablature difficult to read.
When ready for an extra challenge, progress to the Standard TAB, which provides a more complete clawhammer banjo arrangement with additional notes, techniques and musical detail.
Together, the two versions provide a clear path from understanding and playing the essential tune to developing a richer arrangement.
One easy-to-read SIMPLY SONGS banjo tab
One complete Standard clawhammer banjo tab
Both arrangements supplied as a digital PDF download
Banjo tabs suitable for beginner to intermediate players
Your PDF download will be emailed automatically after purchase. Please double-check that your email address is spelled correctly before completing your order.