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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "Fine And Mellow" by Billie Holiday, in F major at about 79 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "Fine And Mellow" by Billie Holiday

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Fine And Mellow” by Billie Holiday.

Fine And Mellow by Billie Holiday
Tenor Sax Sheet Music

B♭ transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The tenor sax part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrejazz · blues · vocal jazz
Moodmelancholic · soulful
SignatureBillie Holiday’s classic vocal jazz ballad, intimate and emotionally raw
F major
Key
79
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

F7
F
B♭7
C7
B♭
Gm7
Gm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
Billie Holiday’s expressive, smoky alto voice, intimate and slightly behind the beat, delivering the lyrics with a conversational, blues‑inflected phrasing
piano
warm, resonant acoustic piano providing rich, extended jazz chords and melodic fills
bass
acoustic upright bass with a round, syncopated walking line that anchors the harmony
drums
brushed drum kit with soft, swishing strokes that keep a gentle swing feel
Album & artist
ALBUM

Strange Fruit / Fine and Mellow (1939)

All of Strange Fruit / Fine and Mellow
Artist

Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday was a jazz singer born in Philadelphia in 1915, widely regarded as one of the most influential American vocalists of the twentieth century. She built her career in Harlem clubs and recording studios through the 1930s and 1940s, working alongside major figures like Teddy Wilson, Count Basie's band members, and Lester Young. Her style drew from blues and jazz, and her phrasing and emotional depth set a standard that shaped generations of singers after her.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Fine And Mellow" in?

"Fine And Mellow" by Billie Holiday is in F major.

What is the tempo of "Fine And Mellow"?

"Fine And Mellow" plays at around 79 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Fine And Mellow"?

The core progression is F7, F, B♭7, C7, B♭, and Gm7, built around the F major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Fine And Mellow"?

The recording features piano, bass, drums, and vocals.

Can I get "Fine And Mellow" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Fine And Mellow" by Billie Holiday, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Fine And Mellow" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"Fine And Mellow" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 79 BPM in F major with 7 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 "Fine And Mellow" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Fine And Mellow" 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 "Fine And Mellow" on?

"Fine And Mellow" appears on Strange Fruit / Fine and Mellow (1939).

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Is this transcription licensed?

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