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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "The Entertainer's Rag" by Claude Bolling, in A♭ major at about 94 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "The Entertainer's Rag" by Claude Bolling

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “The Entertainer's Rag” by Claude Bolling.

The Entertainer's Rag by Claude Bolling
Acoustic Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The acoustic guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrejazz · jazz: ragtime · jazz: stride
Moodplayful · energetic · lively
Signatureclassic ragtime piano with stride bass and bright brass accents
A♭ major
Key
94
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E♭7
E♭maj/3
E♭min/b3
B♭7
A♭7
N
E♭
E♭maj/5
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroMain ThemeBridgeMain ThemeCoda
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

piano
syncopated, stride-style left hand and melodic right hand
brass section
trumpets and trombones providing bright, punctuated accents
drums
steady ride cymbal and snare pattern driving the swing feel
bass
walking bassline that outlines the harmonic movement
Album & artist
ALBUM

Original Ragtime Piano Solo (1967)

A solo piano record recorded in Paris in 1966, showcasing Bolling's deep affection for classic ragtime. It captures him working through the old styles with a lightness and wit that keeps the repertoire feeling alive rather than academic.

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Artist

Claude Bolling

Claude Bolling (1930-2020) was a French jazz pianist, composer, and arranger born in Cannes. He was a child prodigy who was playing professionally by age 14, heavily influenced by Duke Ellington, Earl Hines, and Art Tatum, and he remained committed to traditional jazz and ragtime throughout his career. He also composed music for over a hundred films and later created a celebrated series of classical crossover chamber jazz recordings.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "The Entertainer's Rag" in?

"The Entertainer's Rag" by Claude Bolling is in A♭ major.

What is the tempo of "The Entertainer's Rag"?

"The Entertainer's Rag" plays at around 94 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "The Entertainer's Rag"?

The core progression is E♭7, E♭maj/3, E♭min/b3, B♭7, A♭7, and N, built around the A♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "The Entertainer's Rag"?

The recording features piano, brass section, drums, and bass.

Can I get "The Entertainer's Rag" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "The Entertainer's Rag" by Claude Bolling, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "The Entertainer's Rag" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"The Entertainer's Rag" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 94 BPM in A♭ major with 32 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "The Entertainer's Rag" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "The Entertainer's Rag" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "The Entertainer's Rag" on?

"The Entertainer's Rag" appears on Original Ragtime Piano Solo (1967).

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