The guitar tab (chords and melody) for “The Muppet Show Theme” is available for download as a PDF.
The Muppet Show Theme
“The Muppet Show Theme” was written in 1976 by Jim Henson and Sam Pottle for the debut of The Muppet Show. Performed by Kermit the Frog and the Muppet ensemble, it set a vaudeville-inspired tone for the series’ 1976–81 run. Its brassy, theatrical arrangement echoed classic variety shows while playfully updating them for a 1970s television audience.
Opening each episode with the line “It’s time to play the music,” the theme quickly became inseparable from the program’s identity. The song’s upbeat tempo and ensemble vocals framed the show as both spectacle and affectionate parody, capturing the warmth, humor, and controlled chaos that defined the Muppets’ enduring appeal.
Video
In the video below, I perform the piece as transcribed.
Guitar Tab
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