Tin Man by America (JamPlay)
Strum the 70s: Master 'Tin Man' by America, One Note at a Time!
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About this course
Delve into the smooth tones and captivating melodies of the classic hit "Tin Man" by America, now available for a step-by-step breakdown on TrueFire. Presented in collaboration with JamPlay, this immersive online guitar song lesson brings to life a timeless folk rock masterpiece for guitar enthusiasts of varying skill levels.
Enjoy an extensive, segment-wise guide that details each chord progression, fingerpicking style, and signature riffs that make this song a hallmark of 70s music. Learn from our expert instructor, who provides crystal-clear, up-close demonstrations and helpful insights to ensure you grasp each element of the song.
The "Tin Man" lesson package includes:
Enjoy an extensive, segment-wise guide that details each chord progression, fingerpicking style, and signature riffs that make this song a hallmark of 70s music. Learn from our expert instructor, who provides crystal-clear, up-close demonstrations and helpful insights to ensure you grasp each element of the song.
The "Tin Man" lesson package includes:
- Multiple high-definition video segments featuring in-depth explanations and performances of each part of the song.
- Full-song playthrough with on-screen tablature, ensuring you can follow along effortlessly.
- Interactive, multi-angle views that allow you to focus on both right-hand picking and left-hand fingering.
- Downloadable backing tracks at various tempos for you to practice and perfect your timing.
- Essential music theory and songwriting concepts specific to "Tin Man" to enrich your understanding of the song's composition.
- Additional bonus content, including gear and tone tips specific to achieving the "America" sound.
What you'll learn
- Apply sophisticated chord textures to song arrangements
- Practice maintaining steady strumming rhythm throughout a complete song
- Develop ability to play rhythm guitar while vocals are present
- Build endurance for playing through an entire song
- Improve timing and tempo consistency
Release date: 09/16/2022 • 0h 57m runtime
Sample lessons
Full Song Performance
What's included
8 lessons • 4 charts • 1 Jam Tracks
Tin Man | Overview
"Tin Man" was released in the summer of 1974 as the second track on America's fourth album, 'Holiday'. The song, written by Dewey Bunnell, proved to be wildly successful spending three weeks at #4 on the Billboard Top 100, before going on to reach #1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary charts.
Full Song Performance
"Tin Man" was released in the summer of 1974 as the second track on America's fourth album, 'Holiday'. The song, written by Dewey Bunnell, proved to be wildly successful spending three weeks at #4 on the Billboard Top 100, before going on to reach #1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary charts.
Easy Strum | Lesson
Let's get started with the Easy Guitar version. We're about to learn five different chord shapes, many of which may be new to you, but they are relatively easy to play. There are three sections to this song, the intro, a verse, and a chorus section.
Easy Strum | Practice Session
Let's get started with the Easy Guitar version. We're about to learn five different chord shapes, many of which may be new to you, but they are relatively easy to play. There are three sections to this song, the intro, a verse, and a chorus section.
Easy Strum | Playalong
Let's get started with the Easy Guitar version. We're about to learn five different chord shapes, many of which may be new to you, but they are relatively easy to play. There are three sections to this song, the intro, a verse, and a chorus section.
Acoustic Guitar | Lesson
Now we're going to take a look at the album version. We will be playing the chord voicings that we hear on the album. We will cover five chord shapes for this song. I will walk you through how to play the intro, verse, and chorus sections.
Acoustic Guitar | Practice Session
Now we're going to take a look at the album version. We will be playing the chord voicings that we hear on the album. We will cover five chord shapes for this song. I will walk you through how to play the intro, verse, and chorus sections.
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