The fingerstyle guitar tab for “Canon in D” is available for download as a PDF.
Canon in D
“Canon in D” is a famous musical composition that is often attributed to the German Baroque composer Johann Pachelbel. The piece is formally known as “Canon and Gigue in D major for three violins and basso continuo,” and it was likely composed around 1680.
Canon in D – Guitar Tab
The guitar tab for “Canon in D” contains tablature, standard notation and chord symbols.
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History of Canon in D
The exact origin and early history of “Canon in D” aka “Pachelbel’s Canon” are not well-documented, and for many years, the piece was somewhat overlooked. It gained widespread popularity in the 20th century, becoming a staple in classical music and a popular choice for weddings and other special events.
The term “canon” refers to a musical form where a melody is imitated and repeated by voices or instruments. In the case of Pachelbel’s Canon, a simple and beautiful melody is repeated and overlapped by different voices, creating a harmonically rich and pleasing composition. The piece is admired for its elegant simplicity and has become one of the most recognizable and enduring works of the Baroque era.
For more on Canon in D see this article in Wikipedia.