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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "Dancin' In The Streets" by Grateful Dead, in A major at about 115 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "Dancin' In The Streets" by Grateful Dead

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “Dancin' In The Streets” by Grateful Dead.

Dancin' In The Streets by Grateful Dead
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 · jam band · psychedelic rock
Mooduplifting · joyful · celebratory
Signaturegroovy, danceable, communal jam
A major
Key
115
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A7
D7
C♯7
F♯m
B7
Esus4(b7)
E7
D
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric guitar
clean, rhythmic, syncopated riffs and melodic fills
bass guitar
round, syncopated, driving the groove
drums
steady, energetic 4/4 beat with crisp snare and hi-hat patterns
vocals
male lead with a clear, slightly raspy, soulful timbre; energetic, expressive delivery with call-and-response backing vocals
organ
warm, sustained chords and melodic lines that add a soulful texture
harmonica
bright, melodic solos and fills that enhance the jam feel
Album & artist
ALBUM

Terrapin Station (1977)

Their ninth studio album and first for Arista Records, produced by Keith Olsen, who brought in orchestral arrangements and polished overdubs of strings, horns, and vocals that the band had not fully approved. The title suite on side two became one of the most celebrated pieces in their catalog, while the more commercial production approach drew mixed reactions from fans and the band itself.

All of Terrapin Station
Artist

Grateful Dead

The Grateful Dead formed in Palo Alto, California in 1965 and became one of the defining bands of the San Francisco psychedelic music scene. Their sound pulled from rock, blues, folk, country, jazz, and bluegrass, often woven together through long improvisational passages in concert. They built one of the most devoted fan followings in rock history, touring relentlessly for three decades with guitarist Jerry Garcia at the center of the group.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Dancin' In The Streets" in?

"Dancin' In The Streets" by Grateful Dead is in A major.

What is the tempo of "Dancin' In The Streets"?

"Dancin' In The Streets" plays at around 115 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Dancin' In The Streets"?

The core progression is A7, D7, C♯7, F♯m, B7, and Esus4(b7), built around the A major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Dancin' In The Streets"?

The recording features electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, organ, harmonica, and vocals.

Can I get "Dancin' In The Streets" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "Dancin' In The Streets" by Grateful Dead, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Dancin' In The Streets" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"Dancin' In The Streets" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 115 BPM in A major with 9 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 "Dancin' In The Streets" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "Dancin' In The Streets" 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 "Dancin' In The Streets" on?

"Dancin' In The Streets" appears on Terrapin Station (1977).

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