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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Brown Frog" by Tim Hopkins, in F minor at about 103 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Brown Frog" by Tim Hopkins

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Brown Frog” by Tim Hopkins.

Brown Frog by Tim Hopkins
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass 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 improvisation · jazz solo
Moodplayful · lively · virtuosic
Signaturesolo saxophone improvisation, playful jazz vibe
F minor
Key
103
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Fm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroThemeDevelopmentThemeOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

saxophone
lead melodic voice, improvising with expressive phrasing
acoustic piano
provides harmonic support and rhythmic comping
acoustic bass
offers a walking bassline that grounds the harmony
drums
light, swinging ride cymbal and brushed snare patterns
Album & artist
ALBUM

Seven (2011)

Hopkins' seventh studio album, recorded as a bassless trio of saxophone, guitar, and drums, a format he explored as part of his master's thesis. It was nominated for Jazz Album of the Year at the Tui Awards in 2011.

All of Seven
Artist

Tim Hopkins

Tim Hopkins is a saxophonist born in Auckland, New Zealand, who grew up in Brisbane, Australia, and trained at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. He plays jazz and has collaborated with a wide range of Australian and New Zealand musicians over his career. He won the Australian National Jazz Award at the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz in 1993.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Brown Frog" in?

"Brown Frog" by Tim Hopkins is in F minor.

What is the tempo of "Brown Frog"?

"Brown Frog" plays at around 103 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Brown Frog"?

The core progression is Fm, built around the F minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Brown Frog"?

The recording features saxophone, acoustic piano, acoustic bass, and drums.

Can I get "Brown Frog" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Brown Frog" by Tim Hopkins, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Brown Frog" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Brown Frog" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 103 BPM in F minor with 1 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 "Brown Frog" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Brown Frog" 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 "Brown Frog" on?

"Brown Frog" appears on Seven (2011).

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