Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine: Mandolin Tab
Mandolin tab and sheet music with synced audio · Key of D · 120 BPM · 4/4 time · Folk · Beginner
Also known as Bruce's March, The Star of Bethlehem, Sherman's March to the Sea.
Chords used in this arrangement: D, G, A.
The origins of this song are somewhat muddled. The melody is thought to be much older than Napoleon himself, and it's been traveling under aliases for centuries. The same tune shows up as "Bruce's March" in one Pennsylvania county, "The Star of Bethlehem" in the next one over, and even "Sherman's March to the Sea" in some collections. The old-time crowd loves it so much it's usually just called "Bonaparte," and it's spawned parody titles like "Bonaparte Crossing the Street" and "Bonaparte Mowing the Lawn."
This page includes mandolin tablature, standard music notation, and a chord chart, printable as PDF and playable in sync with the original recording. Change the key, slow the tempo down, and loop the bars you want to practise. Download the Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine PDF.
Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine: questions and answers
What key is Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine in?
Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine is in D major. The transpose control on this page moves the tab, notation and chords to any other key.
What chords are used in Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine?
The chords in this arrangement are D, G, A. The chord chart on this page shows each shape and highlights the current chord as the tune plays.
How fast is Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine played?
This recording is at 120 BPM in 4/4 time. Use the speed control to slow it down without changing the pitch, then work back up to full tempo.
Is Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine a good tune for beginners?
Yes. Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine is rated beginner, so it suits players who are still learning their first tunes.
Can I download Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine as sheet music?
Yes. A printable PDF with the mandolin tab and standard notation is free at /tab/bonaparte-crossing-the-rhine.pdf, and there is a download button on this page.
Is Bonaparte Crossing the Rhine known by any other names?
Yes. It is also called Bruce's March, The Star of Bethlehem, Sherman's March to the Sea. The same melody often travels under several titles in different regions and collections.
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