Highwayman
View chords used in this chart
D
The wind was a torrent of darkness
A# C
among the ghastly trees
D
the moon was a ghostly galleon
A# C
tossed upon the cloudy seas
G C F/C
The road was a ribbon of moonlight
D A# C
over the purple moor
G C F/C
when the highwayman came riding,
D A# C
riding, riding,
G C F/C
the highwayman came riding
D A# G
up to the old inn door.
How to play Highwayman
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.