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Tablature

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Tablature (commonly called tabs) is musical notation using numbers and symbols instead of notes to specify concrete bodily actions: “which string” of an instrument to play at “which fret (position).” Used since 16th-century lute music, it is now familiar as convenient notation allowing players to visually understand playing positions on guitar, bass, shamisen, and other instruments. Main characteristics of tablature: Structure: For guitar, it uses 6 lines (staff lines) corresponding to the 6 strings, with numbers indicating fret numbers. Advantage: Even without knowledge of music theory or reading music, players can perform intuitively by looking at fingering (finger movements). History: Used from around 1507 for lute and keyboard instruments, and widely employed through to modern popular music.

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