Super Mario Bros. Ground Background Music: Guitar Tab
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Super Mario Bros. Ground Background Music: Guitar Tab

34 Super Mario™ Themes Arranged for Guitar TAB

By Koji Kondo, Shiho Fujii, Asuka Ohta, Soyo Oka, Kenta Nagata, Hirokazu Tanaka, and Mahito Yokota

Item: 00-PS-0015186
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Description
After decades of anticipation, Alfred Music is proud to release the officially licensed, collectible sheet music companion folios to the Super Mario Bros.™ video game series. This collection of 34 themes is arranged for solo guitar performance with full notation and TAB. Each song is arranged in easy guitar keys at an easy--intermediate level, and all pieces are suitable for recitals, concerts, and solo performances. Beloved by generations of gamers around the globe, these instantly recognizable melodies are drawn from more than two decades of Nintendo® video games, from Koji Kondo's iconic "Super Mario Bros.™ Ground Background Music" to the New Super Mario Bros.™ Wii™ themes. Adding to the fun, graphics from the corresponding games grace each page of the sheet music. Impress friends, family, and audiences of all ages by playing from this magnificent collection, which makes a great gift for every guitarist.

Titles: Super Mario Bros.™ Ground Background Music * Super Mario Bros.™ Underground Background Music * Super Mario Bros.™ Underwater Background Music * Super Mario Bros.™ Invincible Background Music * Super Mario Bros.™: The Lost Levels Ending * Super Mario Bros.™ 3 Map 1 * Super Mario Bros.™ 3 Ground Background Music * Super Mario Bros.™ 3 Boss of the Fortress * Super Mario Bros.™ 3 Skyship Background Music * Super Mario World™ Title * Super Mario World™ Castle Background Music * Dr. Mario™ Chill * Dr. Mario™ Title Background Music * Super Mario Kart™ Mario Circuit * Super Mario World™ 2 Yoshi's Island™ Athletic * Super Mario World™ 2 Yoshi's Island™ Ground Background Music * Super Mario 64™ Main Theme * Super Mario 64™ Water Land * Mario Kart™ 64 Circuit * Super Mario Sunshine™ Dolpic Town * New Super Mario Bros.™ Title * New Super Mario Bros.™ Giant Background Music * New Super Mario Bros.™ Battle Background Music 2 * New Super Mario Bros.™ Battle Background Music 1 * Super Mario Galaxy™ Ending Staff Credit Roll * Mario Kart™ Wii™ Rainbow Road * New Super Mario Bros.™ Wii™ Title * New Super Mario Bros.™ Wii™ Ground Background Music * New Super Mario Bros.™ Wii™ Underwater Background Music * New Super Mario Bros.™ Wii™ Desert Background Music * Super Mario Bros.™ Time Up Warning Fanfare * Super Mario Bros.™ Course Clear Fanfare * Super Mario Bros.™ World Clear Fanfare * Super Mario Bros.™ Power Down, Game Over.

"Best in Show" Award at Winter NAMM 2012 presented by Music Inc. magazine.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 64
SKU: 00-PS-0015186

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About the Composer: Koji Kondo

Koji Kondo is the legendary composer behind Nintendo's most iconic video game soundtracks, beginning with the original Super Mario Bros. in 1985. His work has defined multiple generations of gaming through instantly recognizable melodies that blend accessibility with compositional craft, proving that video game music deserves serious musical consideration.

Why we love this

These arrangements capture the melodic brilliance of Kondo's writing in accessible guitar voicings that work perfectly for recitals and casual performances alike. The collection spans decades of gaming history, giving your students immediate recognition and genuine motivation to practice repertoire they already love.

What to expect

Playing these arrangements captures the joy and immediacy of the games themselves—bright, energetic themes punctuated by moments of exploration and discovery. The melodies sit naturally on the guitar, with TAB and notation working together to make these beloved songs feel achievable and fun.

Who it's for

Guitarists at the easy-intermediate level who want engaging, recognizable repertoire that translates well to recitals and casual performances. This collection appeals to students who grew up with these games and to performers looking to bridge video game music and traditional concert settings.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lean into the rhythmic clarity of each theme; these melodies thrive on clean articulation and precise timing, so lock in your rhythm before worrying about speed.
  • Study the game context alongside the sheet music. Understanding whether you're playing a victory theme, a boss battle, or an exploration sequence will shape your phrasing and dynamics naturally.
  • Experiment with tempo and tone to match the original game versions available through listening references. Many of these pieces benefit from slightly faster tempos and brighter tone colors than you might initially assume.
  • Use the game graphics included on each page as performance cues. They remind you of the musical character and help audiences connect with the source material instantly.

How to use it

Feature individual pieces as encores or lighter moments in recitals to connect with audiences across age groups. This collection also works beautifully as a motivation tool for younger or hesitant guitarists, offering genuine musical rewards for their practice time.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading TAB and standard notation in parallel
  • Playing melody-driven arrangements with clear phrasing
  • Managing tempo consistency across recognizable melodic patterns
  • Adapting tone and dynamics to match musical character
  • Building performance confidence through familiar repertoire

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