When I Come Around: Guitar TAB
Play Along with 9 Great-Sounding Tracks
Green Day
Item: 00-PSG-000895
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Description
Titles: American Idiot * Basket Case * Boulevard of Broken Dreams * Brain Stew * Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) * Longview * Minority * Wake Me Up When September Ends * When I Come Around.
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Additional Details
Series:
Ultimate Play-Along
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
56
SKU:
00-PSG-000895
More about this title
About the Artist: Green Day
Green Day emerged from the East Bay punk scene in the early 1990s, bringing pop-punk sensibility and anthemic songwriting to mainstream rock. The band's 1994 debut Dookie established their signature sound of catchy melodies layered over driving punk rhythms, while their 2004 concept album American Idiot cemented their status as generational voices in rock music. Their compositions blend accessibility with genuine musical craft, making them ideal study material for guitarists learning to balance technique with songwriting intent.
Why we love this
These nine songs represent some of the most recognizable guitar work in modern rock, and students actually want to learn them. The tab collection spans two decades of the band's catalog, offering variety in tempo, tuning, and technique while maintaining the straightforward punk-rock ethos that makes Green Day pieces rewarding to teach and perform.
What to expect
Infectious energy paired with memorable melodies. These songs capture the punk spirit of simple, direct expression without sacrificing harmonic or rhythmic sophistication. From the wistful acoustic opening of "Good Riddance" to the propulsive drive of "When I Come Around," the collection balances accessible fun with real musical substance.
Who it's for
Intermediate guitarists with basic chord knowledge and some experience reading tab who want to learn songs that genuinely excite them. This collection works equally well for private students preparing rock repertoire and for ensemble guitarists looking to build a contemporary songbook.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision first before worrying about speed; Green Day's power depends on locked-in timing between rhythm and lead patterns.
- Pay close attention to the tuning notations for each song; several pieces use alternate tunings that directly affect the overall tone and sonic identity.
- Use the recorded accompaniment to build comfort with the original arrangements and tempos, then try playing without it to solidify your independence.
- Articulate muted sections clearly; the staccato attack and palm-mute techniques are as important to the Green Day sound as the pitched notes themselves.
How to use it
Feature these pieces in rock ensemble contexts, student recitals, or coffee house concerts where contemporary material strengthens audience engagement. They also work well as supplementary repertoire in guitar method study, offering motivation for students working through technical material by rewarding them with songs from popular culture.
Skills your students will build
- Reading guitar tablature and standard notation together
- Alternate tunings (drop-D, half-step down, full-step down)
- Palm muting and rhythmic articulation techniques
- Chord transitions at varying tempos
- Balancing rhythm guitar patterns with lead passages
- Syncing to a recorded accompaniment