Rivermaya - Evil Clown Tabs

intro/stanza:(guitar I only on stanza) 
        1st part            2nd part        3rd part
E|-----------------     ------------------|-----------------------|
B|----3---3--------     --3---3h4-4-3-----|--2h3p2-2h3h4-4-3------|
G|--2-2-2-2-2-3-2--strum----2---------3-2-|------------------3-2--|
D|----------------- (4x)------------------|-----------------------|
A|-----------------     ------------------|-----------------------|
E|-----------------     ------------------|-----------------------|

E|-----------------------|
B|--2h3p2-0h2h3p2-3-2----|
G|-----------------------|
D|-----------------------|
A|-----------------------|
E|-----------------------|

stanza chord(guitar II) is(D-Eb)strumming until(when you smile, and ehre I cry)
E|-------|
B|--3-4--|
G|--2-3--|
D|-------|
A|-------|
E|-------|

chorus:D5-G5(strumming)
D5         D5 G5
cut me out(2x)
D5             D5 G5
cut, cut me out(2x)
interlude:
E|-----------------------------|-------------------------|
B|--3---3---3---3-4-4h6-4-3-3--|----3---3---3------------|
G|----2---2---2----------------|--2---2---2---3-3h5-3-2--|
D|-----------------------------|-------------------------|
A|-----------------------------|-------------------------|
E|-----------------------------|-------------------------|
                            |strum|
E|-----------------------------------|
B|--------------------------3-3-3-3--|
G|--2-2-2-2h3---2-3-3h5-3-2-2-2-2-2--|
D|------------5----------------------|
A|-----------------------------------|
E|-----------------------------------|

interlude II:D5-G5
bridge:Dm-G
(shouting evil clown)Dm-G(strumming)---| 
E|----1--3----|                   <----|
B|----3--3----|
G|----2--2----|
D|------------|
A|------------|
E|------------|

finalle:strumthis part
E|----------|           |-------------------|
B|----3--4--|           |-------------------|
G|----2--3--|           |--2h3p2---2--------|
D|----------|           |--------5---3-1-0--|
A|----------|           |-------------------|
E|----------|           |-------------------|



How to play the guitar parts for the song described

Intro and Stanza (Guitar I):
- The intro and stanza feature a melodic line played on the high strings.
  Start with a sequence focusing on the B and G strings:
    - Strum the B string at the third fret and G string at the second fret.
    - Add hammer-ons and pull-offs for embellishment as indicated in the tab.
- Repeat the first part four times before moving to the second part, which introduces
  a hammer-on from the third to fourth fret on the B string.
- The third part includes more complex hammer-on and pull-off patterns, concluding with
  a repetition that leads back into the initial motif for continuity.

Stanza (Guitar II):
- Accompanying guitar II plays a simple chord progression of D to Eb during the stanza.
  Strum these chords continuously to provide a rhythmic foundation.

Chorus:
- The chorus uses power chords, specifically D5 and G5:
    - D5: Play by placing your index finger on the fifth fret of the A string and your
      ring finger on the seventh fret of the D string.
    - G5: Shift the same shape up to the tenth fret for G5.
- Strum these chords in a straightforward, energetic pattern to drive the chorus's dynamic.

Interlude:
- The interlude incorporates a more elaborate melody on the B and G strings:
    - Begin with repetitive notes on the third fret of the B and second fret of the G.
    - Introduce hammer-ons and a more melodic phrase towards the end of the segment.
- Practice this part slowly to ensure clarity of each note, particularly focusing on clean
  hammer-ons and pull-offs.

Interlude II and Bridge:
- Continue using D5 and G5 in the second interlude.
- For the bridge, switch to a Dm to G progression:
    - Dm: Index finger on the first fret of the high E string, ring on the third fret of the B string,
      and middle on the second fret of the G string.
    - G: Standard open chord as described earlier.

Final Section:
- Conclude with a mix of chord strumming and melodic phrases.
- Pay attention to the transition between rhythm and lead parts, maintaining the song's energy
  and emotional impact.

Common Mistakes:
- Overlooking the dynamics between the lead and rhythm parts can result in a flat performance.
- Not maintaining a steady rhythm during the chord strumming sections.
- Missing the precise timing of hammer-ons and pull-offs in the lead sections.

General Tips:
- Separate practice time between lead and rhythm sections to ensure proficiency in both.
- Use a metronome to keep timing tight, especially important for songs with distinct rhythmic
  and lead elements.
- Listen to the original track to get a sense of how the guitar parts mesh with the other
  instruments and vocals.