Grandfather's Clock
Grandfather's Clock is a classic folk song with a haunting melody that translates beautifully to the harmonica. The repetitive nature of the tune makes it easy for harmonica players to pick up and jam along, while the sentimental lyrics add depth to the music. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, this timeless piece is a must-learn for any harmonica enthusiast.
How to play the first line of Grandfather's Clock on harmonica
Get a G diatonic harmonica
This Grandfather's Clock tab is written for a G diatonic harmonica.
Read the hole numbers
Each number is a hole. A plain number (6) means blow out, a number with a minus sign (-5) means draw in.
Play the first line slowly
The first line is 6: 1 blow and 0 draw notes. Play it slowly, one clean note at a time, then match the rhythm of the recording.
Carry on line by line
Once the first line sounds clean, learn the rest of the tab one line at a time. This tab needs no bends.
Questions about this tab
- What harmonica do I need for Grandfather's Clock?
- A G diatonic harmonica. The Grandfather's Clock harmonica tab on this page is written for that harp.
- Is Grandfather's Clock easy to play on harmonica?
- This song is marked beginner level. Its tab needs no bends.
- What are the first notes of Grandfather's Clock on harmonica?
- The first line is 6. Plain numbers are blow notes, numbers with a minus sign are draw notes.
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