Boogie Wonderland bass tabs

Boogie Wonderland bass tabs

                                  Boogie Wonderland
                                  Earth Wind & Fire
 
Bass						  	         Allee Willis
    							             Jon Lind

Intro
 
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Main Riff

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Main Riff (Variation)

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Bridge

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Key to rhythm notations:

W — Whole Note/Semi—Brieve
H — Half Note/Minim
Q — Quarter Note/Crotchet	Q. — Dotted Quarter Note
E — Eight Note/Quaver		E. — Dotted Eight Note
S — Sixteenth Note/Semi—Quaver	S. — Dotted Sixteenth Note

Boogie Wonderland Bass Tabs: Learn to Play the Funky Groove

Boogie Wonderland is a 1979 funk and disco hit by Earth, Wind & Fire and The Emotions. The song features catchy bass lines, groovy guitar riffs, and upbeat drumming. For this tutorial, we will focus on the bass tabs and learn how to play the funky groove that makes this song so popular.

Step 1: Tuning your Bass Guitar

Before we get started with the actual tabs, it’s important to make sure your bass guitar is properly tuned. The standard tuning for a bass guitar is E-A-D-G. You can use an electronic tuner or an online tuner to ensure your strings are in tune.

Step 2: Basic Chord Progression

The basic chord progression for Boogie Wonderland is C, Em, Am, F, G. To play this progression on the bass guitar, you will need to play the root notes of each chord. The root notes for this chord progression are C, E, A, F, and G.

Here’s how to play the root notes of the basic chord progression:

Step 3: Adding the Groove

Once you have mastered the basic chord progression, it’s time to add the funky groove that makes this song so popular. The bass line for Boogie Wonderland features a lot of sixteenth notes and syncopated rhythms.

Here’s the complete bass tab for Boogie Wonderland:

         G|-----------------|
         D|-----------------|
         A|-----7-7-5-------|
         E|-5-5-------8-6-5-|
      

Let’s break down this tab:

• The first note is a G, played on the third fret of the E string.
• Next, play an open D string.
• Then, play two alternating notes on the A string (7th fret and 5th fret).
• Finally, play three notes on the E string (5th fret, 8th fret, and 6th fret).

Repeat this pattern throughout the song, and you’ve got the funky groove down!

Moreover: Tips for playing the Boogie Wonderland Bass Tabs

Here are some tips to help you play the Boogie Wonderland bass tabs:

• Practice playing the basic chord progression before adding the groove.
• Focus on playing with a steady rhythm and a good sense of timing.
• Use your fingers to pluck the strings, rather than a pick. This will help you produce a funkier and more percussive sound.
• Experiment with different variations of the groove and add your own personal flair to the song.

Conclusion

Learning to play the Boogie Wonderland bass tabs is a fun and rewarding experience for bass guitar players of all levels. By following this step-by-step tutorial and practicing regularly, you can master the funky groove that makes this song so popular. Remember to focus on playing with a steady rhythm, use your fingers to pluck the strings, and have fun adding your own personal flair to the song!