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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · G · D · E
Franklins Tower Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · G · D · E
Franklins Tower Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · G · D · E
Franklins Tower Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · G · D · E
Franklins Tower Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · G · D · E
Franklins Tower Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · G · D · E
Franklins Tower Chords – Harmonica
A classic Grateful Dead song with a rolling, optimistic feel. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This song uses a simple three-chord progression; focus on keeping a steady, relaxed rhythm.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
D – A
E – A
Chorus
D – A
D – A – E – A
Verse 2
A
D – A
E – A
Chorus
D – A
D – A – E – A
Verse 3
A
D – A
E – A
Chorus
D – A
D – A – E – A
Bridge
A
D – A – E – A
A
D – A – E – A
Verse 4
A
D – A
E – A
Chorus
D – A
D – A – E – A
Chorus
D – A
D – A – E – A
Practice tip: The song’s groove comes from the consistent strumming pattern; practice the A-D-A-E-A progression slowly until you can switch chords without stopping the strum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Franklins Tower"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, D and E.
Is "Franklins Tower" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Franklins Tower" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Franklins Tower"?
It was written by Robert Hunter, Jerry Garcia, Bill Kreutzmann, and released in 1975.