What is tablature (TAB)?
Tablature is a style of notation peculiar to stringed instruments. Tablature, (or “TAB” for short) for guitar consists of six lines, which represent the six strings, on which are written the fret numbers you’re supposed to pick or strum. In a way TAB is a halfway point between complete lack of comprehension of reading music, and reading notation, which consists of the actual notes written onto the treble staff, complete with note lengths, song keys etc. It’s an excellent method of transmitting musical ideas quickly and has been firmly supported by guitarists the world over. There are a number of useful TAB computer programs, such as Guitar Pro, which are a useful tool for the guitarist.
