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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "Dialogue With The Devil" by Bruce Cockburn, in E minor at about 77 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "Dialogue With The Devil" by Bruce Cockburn

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Dialogue With The Devil” by Bruce Cockburn.

Dialogue With The Devil by Bruce Cockburn
Bass Guitar Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The bass guitar part reads from bass 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
Signatureraw acoustic storytelling
E minor
Key
77
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
D
E
G
F
C
D7
Gmaj/3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeInstrumental breakFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked and strummed, providing both harmonic and rhythmic foundation
male lead vocals
clear, slightly gravelly, expressive, narrative style
electric bass
warm, supportive, melodic, often walking lines
drums
light, brush‑based, subtle, keeping a gentle pulse
harmonica
melancholic, blues‑y, adds a plaintive color
acoustic guitar (second track)
fingerpicked, more delicate, used for instrumental break
Album & artist
ALBUM

Sunwheel Dance (1971)

All of Sunwheel Dance
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 "Dialogue With The Devil" in?

"Dialogue With The Devil" by Bruce Cockburn is in E minor.

What is the tempo of "Dialogue With The Devil"?

"Dialogue With The Devil" plays at around 77 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Dialogue With The Devil"?

The core progression is A, D, E, G, F, and C, built around the E minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Dialogue With The Devil"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, male lead vocals, electric bass, drums, harmonica, and acoustic guitar (second track).

Can I get "Dialogue With The Devil" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Dialogue With The Devil" by Bruce Cockburn, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Dialogue With The Devil" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Dialogue With The Devil" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 77 BPM in E minor with 22 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 "Dialogue With The Devil" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Dialogue With The Devil" 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 "Dialogue With The Devil" on?

"Dialogue With The Devil" appears on Sunwheel Dance (1971).

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.

What instruments and formats are available?

Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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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?

Yes. We have licensed this track from its publisher, so we are permitted to transcribe it and provide the sheet music to you.

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