Preview of the intermediate vocals sheet music arrangement for “Whiskey In The Jar” by The Highwaymen.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Encore (1962)
Released in 1962, Encore was a folk LP featuring the group's five-part vocal arrangements across a set of traditional and folk material. It came out during the height of the early 1960s folk revival, when the group was at their commercial peak.
All of EncoreThe Highwaymen
The Highwaymen were an American collegiate folk group that formed at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut in the late 1950s. The quintet built their sound around group vocal harmonies and traditional material, scoring a Billboard number one hit in 1961 with their version of 'Michael, Row the Boat Ashore', which sold over a million copies. They continued performing and recording into the early 2000s before retiring after the deaths of founding members Dave Fisher and Bob Burnett.
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Good to know
What key is "Whiskey In The Jar" in?
"Whiskey In The Jar" by The Highwaymen is in E♭ major.
What is the tempo of "Whiskey In The Jar"?
"Whiskey In The Jar" plays at around 120 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Whiskey In The Jar"?
The core progression is G, E♭, A♭, Cm, B♭, and Cm7, built around the E♭ major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Whiskey In The Jar"?
The recording features acoustic guitar, bass guitar, drums, banjo, accordion, and vocals.
Can I get "Whiskey In The Jar" vocals sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate vocals sheet music arrangement of "Whiskey In The Jar" by The Highwaymen, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Whiskey In The Jar" vocals sheet music easy to play?
"Whiskey In The Jar" vocals sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 120 BPM in E♭ major with 6 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.
Is there an easy, beginner version of "Whiskey In The Jar" vocals sheet music?
Yes. The beginner vocals sheet music for "Whiskey In The Jar" 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 "Whiskey In The Jar" on?
"Whiskey In The Jar" appears on Encore (1962).
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