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Banjo tablatures for Wish You Were Here

Pink Floyd

Recomended level: Intermediate

Tags: #rock music, #70's

Pink Floyd published this song on his 1975 album. The duo, David Gilmour and Roger Waters combined forces to compose the lyrics that is mow being ascribed to the song. Nevertheless, David sang the lead vocal. The song was good enough to rank number 324 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time in the year 2011. While listening to the original album version, "Wish You Were Here," it is easy to spot certain differences such as the fact that there exists an intimacy between pains and performance in the song. This springs from the twelve-string guitar, and the acoustic guitar solo that sounds fuller. This mixture is so as to make it seem as though a guitarist were listening to the radio and playing along. The acoustic part becomes more complex, and as a result, drowns the radio noises. At this point, the lead plays a tune that the full band then joins in. The lyrics of the songs are like an ode to Syd Barrett. Present in the song is a blend of pain, loss, and respect. These emotions can be felt by anyone with an open mind. Like a country song, "Wish You Were Here" carries an emotional weight that beautifies a song and, thus, easy for anyone to relate to it without prior knowledge to the historical context.

  • Banjo Wish You Were Here Scruggs Style

    Scruggs Style

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      60 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    This is the intro melody played by the guitar. Learn this so you will know what notes to accent in the other arrangements. Try and learn this using hide notes. Slow the tempo down an...

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  • Banjo Wish You Were Here Scruggs Style 2

    Scruggs Style 2

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      60 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    A beginner friendly arrangement for everyone to enjoy. It follows the instrumental intro, which also reappears after each chorus. Practice hear, then play along with the original rec...

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  • Banjo Wish You Were Here Scruggs Style 3

    Scruggs Style 3

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      60 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    Think Earl wouldn't approve? Ever heard of the Earl Scruggs Revue? Check them out and it may totally change what you think you knew about the master of the 5 String banjo. This arran...

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  • Banjo Wish You Were Here Scruggs Style 4

    Scruggs Style 4

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      60 bpm
    • Tuning
      gDGBD

    Some serious Scruggs licks are ready for you to master. Use the Tunefox tools like the looper and tempo slider to master the licks in this arrangement. Then, check out the Lick swit...

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Practicing Tips

Learning the nuances of the classic rock anthem, 'Wish You Were Here', on the banjo has never been simpler. The resource contains tablatures for the Scruggs, Scruggs 2, Scruggs 3, Scruggs 4 Styles, specifically constructed to benefit those at an intermediate skill level. The selection delves deeply into the essence of 70's rock music while retaining the native charm of bluegrass banjo vibes.


Tunefox, our remarkable learning platform, is ideal for integrating innovation with learning. It presents learners with gripping features like the Lickswitcher tool. This ingenious device allows students to swap licks within distinct measures. This capability not only inspires a flexible mindset while learning but also promotes creative thinking, allowing learners to exploit their imagination in their musical journey.


Another outstanding feature is the 'Arrange' slider. With this, learners can manipulate the song's difficulty level and tune to align with their skill set and musical preference, offering a personalized learning path that caters to individual learning curves and style.


For those who rely more on their auditory skills, the 'Hide notes' slider proves to be an essential asset. This tool facilitates the hiding of specific notes, prompting learners to grasp the tune predominantly by ear. This method lays a solid foundation for ear training development, enhancing musical intuition and memory, key elements in mastering any musical instrument.


Here are some general tips to enhance your learning experience. Practice regularly, focusing on individual licks before exploring combinations. Try to vary your learning methods to keep the process interesting, using all the tools offered by the platform. Most importantly, be patient with yourself - remember, true mastery takes time.