To learn John Michael Howell - Clown chords, your practice should emphasize these chord progressions: Gm, C, Dm, Gm, F, Dm, F and C. Kick off your practice at a gentle 50 BPM, then escalate to the song's tempo of 100 BPM. With the song's key of F Major, set your capo to fit your vocal range and chord choice.