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Chance: Guitar Tab

As performed by dc Talk

Item: 35-DS01968959

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 9
SKU: 35-DS01968959

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About the Artist: dc Talk

dc Talk emerged in the late 1980s as pioneers of Christian hip-hop and rock fusion, bringing an energetic, culturally relevant sound to youth and mainstream audiences alike. Their work demonstrated that faith-based music could challenge conventions, embrace contemporary genres, and connect authentically with young musicians seeking substance beneath the surface.

Why we love this

This track sits at the intersection of hip-hop and rock in a way that feels natural rather than forced, giving guitarists access to repertoire that speaks to students who might not otherwise pick up an instrument. The fusion of genres means your ensemble gets experience with rhythmic precision, groove-based playing, and genre-specific articulation all in one piece.

What to expect

Urban and energetic, with the confidence of a track built on rhythm and attitude rather than virtuosity alone. You'll hear the hip-hop backbone working alongside rock instrumentation, creating a sound that feels current and street-level.

Who it's for

Guitar students interested in contemporary music, hip-hop, and rock genres will find this engaging and relevant to their listening lives. Teachers looking to reach students with modern repertoire and build their rhythmic independence through groove-based playing will find solid pedagogical value here.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lock into a steady, deliberate pocket: this is groove music, and precision matters more than volume. A metronome or backing track keeps everything locked.
  • Shape your dynamic contour across the full nine pages. Hip-hop and rock arrangements typically build energy, so map out where you pull back and where you push forward.
  • Pay attention to any syncopated passages or rhythmic hits that define the track's identity. These moments often carry the hook, so emphasize them without overdoing it.

How to use it

This works well as part of a contemporary music concert or a set exploring genre fusion. It can also serve as a bridge between your advanced players and less experienced students, since groove mastery benefits guitarists at any level.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading guitar tab notation accurately across extended passages
  • Playing with a consistent groove and pocket in hip-hop and rock contexts
  • Rhythmic precision in syncopated figures and contemporary rhythmic patterns
  • Genre-specific articulation and dynamics (stabs, hits, dynamic control)
  • Listening to and matching a recorded accompaniment

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