Super Mario World 2 Yoshi's Island Ground Background Music: Guitar Tab
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Super Mario World 2 Yoshi's Island 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-0015204
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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-0015204

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About the Composer: Koji Kondo

Koji Kondo is the legendary composer behind Nintendo's most iconic video game soundtracks. His work spans decades and defines the sound of interactive entertainment, from the original Super Mario Bros. through Super Mario World and beyond. Kondo's melodies are among the most recognizable in modern music, shaped by his understanding of how music serves gameplay while remaining deeply memorable on its own.

Why we love this

These arrangements capture what makes Kondo's melodies so enduring: they're instantly singable, harmonically satisfying, and fun to perform. The collection spans multiple games and eras, so there's genuine variety in mood and style across the 34 pieces. Audiences of all ages connect with this music, making recitals and concerts feel celebratory rather than formal.

What to expect

Nostalgic yet energetic, these pieces carry the playful character of their original contexts. Each melody is compact and hummable, designed to lodge itself in memory; the guitar arrangements honor this accessibility while remaining musically satisfying.

Who it's for

Guitarists at the easy-intermediate level who want engaging repertoire that connects to popular culture. Players who appreciate recognizable, well-crafted melodies and enjoy performing music that resonates with audiences beyond the traditional guitar world. Solo performers preparing recital material, concert presentations, or community performances.

How to get the most out of it

  • Let the rhythm breathe naturally; these melodies work best when phrased conversationally rather than metronomically, even though the notation is straightforward.
  • Pay attention to the game graphics on each page; they often suggest the character and energy of the original context, which can guide your interpretation.
  • Use the TAB as your starting point, but engage with the standard notation to understand harmonic movement and phrasing beyond finger positions.
  • Consider dynamics and articulation even where the notation is minimal; these melodies reward expressive playing and will carry the room.

How to use it

Open a recital or concert with one of the iconic early themes to establish a fun, audience-friendly atmosphere. Intersperse these throughout longer programs to provide tonal and stylistic contrast with classical or contemporary material. Use them as solo pieces for student recitals, especially when you want to celebrate repertoire beyond traditional classical guitar.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading TAB and standard notation in parallel
  • Phrasing and interpretation of simple, memorable melodic lines
  • Playing in easy guitar keys with confidence across multiple positions
  • Performing recognizable material with stylistic awareness and audience connection

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