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Intermediate violin sheet music for "Celestial Horses" by Bruce Cockburn, in E major at about 77 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Violin Sheet Music for "Celestial Horses" by Bruce Cockburn

Preview of the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement for “Celestial Horses” by Bruce Cockburn.

Celestial Horses by Bruce Cockburn
Violin Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The violin part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrefolk · acoustic · singer‑songwriter
Moodmelancholic · reflective
Signaturesilver horses, moonlit canyon, light through darkness
E major
Key
77
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
Cm7
Amaj7
Fm7
F7
B
A
Bmaj/3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeInstrumentalOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, warm, central
electric bass
deep, resonant, melodic, underpins the harmony
drums
soft, brush‑like, sparse, adds gentle pulse
string section
lush, sustained pads, adds emotional depth
electric piano
warm, sustained chords, fills the background
Album & artist
ALBUM

You’ve Never Seen Everything (2003)

All of You’ve Never Seen Everything
Artist

Bruce Cockburn

Bruce Cockburn is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Ottawa who has been recording since the early 1970s. His music moves across folk, rock, jazz, and world music, and his lyrics frequently address spiritual themes, environmental concerns, and political injustice. He has long been one of Canada's most respected guitarists, and his catalog stretches across more than two dozen studio albums.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Celestial Horses" in?

"Celestial Horses" by Bruce Cockburn is in E major.

What is the tempo of "Celestial Horses"?

"Celestial Horses" plays at around 77 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Celestial Horses"?

The core progression is E, C♯m7, Amaj7, F♯m7, F♯7, and B, built around the E major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Celestial Horses"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric bass, drums, electric piano, and string section.

Can I get "Celestial Horses" violin sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement of "Celestial Horses" by Bruce Cockburn, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Celestial Horses" violin sheet music easy to play?

"Celestial Horses" violin sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 77 BPM in E major with 14 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 "Celestial Horses" violin sheet music?

Yes. The beginner violin sheet music for "Celestial Horses" 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 "Celestial Horses" on?

"Celestial Horses" appears on You’ve Never Seen Everything (2003).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

Give it a recording, a YouTube link or an audio file, and its AI transcribes that performance into notation for the instrument and level you choose.

Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

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