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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "42nd St. Mambo" by Tommy Olivencia, in D major at about 107 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "42nd St. Mambo" by Tommy Olivencia

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “42nd St. Mambo” by Tommy Olivencia.

42nd St. Mambo by Tommy Olivencia
Acoustic Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The acoustic guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreMambo · Latin Jazz · Salsa
MoodEnergetic · Joyful · Celebratory
SignatureClassic New York salsa with a lively mambo feel
D major
Key
107
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
D
E♭°
Em
A7
F♯m
F°
G
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusInstrumental Mambo BreakVerseChorusBridgeFinal ChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

brass section
bright trumpets and trombones delivering punchy melodic lines and rhythmic hits
percussion
congas, bongos, timbales, and cowbell create a dense, syncopated groove
bass
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
piano
montuno style piano comping with rhythmic chord stabs and melodic fills
drums
steady 4/4 drum pattern with crisp snare and hi-hat, supporting the dance feel
vocals
male lead voice with clear, energetic timbre, delivering Spanish lyrics in a lively, conversational style
Album & artist
ALBUM

Introducing Lalo Rodríguez & Simón Pérez (1976)

This album served as the formal debut of two vocalists, Lalo Rodríguez and Simón Pérez, fronting Olivencia's orchestra. Produced by Luis 'Perico' Ortiz, it contains nine tracks and captures the hard salsa style the band was putting out on Inca Records at the time.

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Artist

Tommy Olivencia

Tommy Olivencia was a salsa singer, trumpet player, and bandleader from the Villa Palmeras neighborhood of Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico. He organized his orchestra, La Primerísima, in 1960 and led it for more than 35 years, building a sound rooted in strong brass arrangements and melodic swing. His band became a launching pad for vocalists who went on to major careers in Latin music, including Lalo Rodríguez and Gilberto Santa Rosa.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "42nd St. Mambo" in?

"42nd St. Mambo" by Tommy Olivencia is in D major.

What is the tempo of "42nd St. Mambo"?

"42nd St. Mambo" plays at around 107 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "42nd St. Mambo"?

The core progression is A, D, E♭°, Em, A7, and F♯m, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "42nd St. Mambo"?

The recording features brass section, percussion, bass, piano, drums, and vocals.

Can I get "42nd St. Mambo" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "42nd St. Mambo" by Tommy Olivencia, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "42nd St. Mambo" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"42nd St. Mambo" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 107 BPM in D major with 12 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "42nd St. Mambo" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "42nd St. Mambo" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "42nd St. Mambo" on?

"42nd St. Mambo" appears on Introducing Lalo Rodríguez & Simón Pérez (1976).

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