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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "An Evening With" by Collective Soul, in C major at about 150 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "An Evening With" by Collective Soul

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “An Evening With” by Collective Soul.

An Evening With by Collective Soul
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

Genrerock · alternative rock · indie rock
Moodenergetic · passionate · determined
Signaturedriving guitar anthem
C major
Key
150
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
A
A7
F
G
Am7
Dm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
tight, punchy kit with a steady 4/4 rock groove
electric guitars
layered distorted rhythm guitars and a soaring lead line that carries the melodic hook
bass guitar
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
vocals
male lead voice, clear and slightly raw, delivering the lyrics with urgency and emotional intensity
synth pads
subtle atmospheric pads that fill the background and add depth
Album & artist
ALBUM

Afterwords (2007)

Afterwords followed Youth as the band continued releasing music independently, maintaining the straightforward rock sound they had built their catalog on. It was a steady effort that kept the group's loyal fanbase engaged.

All of Afterwords
Artist

Collective Soul

Collective Soul is a rock band from Stockbridge, Georgia, formed in 1992 and now based in Atlanta. They built their sound around hard rock guitar and radio-friendly hooks, growing out of the post-grunge wave of the early 1990s. The group is anchored by brothers Ed and Dean Roland, with Ed handling lead vocals and primary songwriting duties.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "An Evening With" in?

"An Evening With" by Collective Soul is in C major.

What is the tempo of "An Evening With"?

"An Evening With" plays at around 150 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "An Evening With"?

The core progression is C, A, A7, F, G, and Am7, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "An Evening With"?

The recording features drums, electric guitars, bass guitar, synth pads, and vocals.

Can I get "An Evening With" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "An Evening With" by Collective Soul, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "An Evening With" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"An Evening With" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 150 BPM in C major with 7 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "An Evening With" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "An Evening With" 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 "An Evening With" on?

"An Evening With" appears on Afterwords (2007).

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