_Shadowplay_
View chords used in this chart
Bb F Bb C G
Intro ends on a...
G
(First verse has no instruments, just Fish.)
Chorus (just alternates between these two chords.):
A E
(Main riff played during the rest of the verses and the chords that follow the riff each time.).
e-|-------------------------------10-10\-|------------------------------------
B-|-------------------------------10-10\-|------------------------------------
G-|--------------------------------------|------------------------------------
D-|--------------------------------------|--------------------------0--2--0---
A-|-----------------3--1--0--1-----------|-----------------3--1--0------------
E-|--3--5--3--5--3--------------3--------|--3--5--3--5--3-------------------3-
Bb F Bb F G
Chorus just switches between:
A E
Insert Verse stuff here:
Chorus just switched between: (Yes, the key changes.)
Bb F
The break in the song where Fish just talks... Starts on a:
G
G Ab G (a bit before the vocals start loud again)
Chorus just switches between: Repeats until almost the end.
Bb F
At the end it stays on a Bb, and every so often slides from a Db down to
a Bb.
NOTE: It sounds like there is a lot more going on. That's because there
is, but most of it is on the keyboards. The live version is good to
listen to, because the distinction is a lot clearer.
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Daniel A. Newcombe Clayton State College
Computing Services Morrow, GA 30260
E-Mail Address: newcombe@aa.csc.peachnet.edu (404)-961-3421
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- I just want to be free - I'm happy to be lonely.
Marillion, Misplaced Childhood
How to play _Shadowplay_
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 Bb. 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.