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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "Happy Good Morning Blues" by Bruce Cockburn, in A♭ major at about 167 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "Happy Good Morning Blues" by Bruce Cockburn

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “Happy Good Morning Blues” by Bruce Cockburn.

Happy Good Morning Blues by Bruce Cockburn
Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The acoustic guitar 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
Moodgentle · hopeful · optimistic
Signatureacoustic folk optimism
A major
Key
167
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Amaj/5
E
Cmaj7
Bm7
A
Cm
Bm
Fm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, warm, front‑center
male lead vocals
clear, warm, slightly gravelly, intimate, melodic, storytelling
harmonica
bright, melodic, expressive, often takes lead in instrumental breaks
acoustic bass
soft, supportive, round, underpins the harmony
light percussion
subtle, brush‑like, adds gentle pulse without overpowering
Album & artist
ALBUM

High Winds White Sky (1971)

All of High Winds White Sky
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 "Happy Good Morning Blues" in?

"Happy Good Morning Blues" by Bruce Cockburn is in A♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Happy Good Morning Blues"?

"Happy Good Morning Blues" plays at around 167 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Happy Good Morning Blues"?

The core progression is A♭maj/5, E♭, C♯maj7, B♭m7, A♭, and Cm, built around the A♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Happy Good Morning Blues"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, male lead vocals, harmonica, acoustic bass, and light percussion.

Can I get "Happy Good Morning Blues" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "Happy Good Morning Blues" by Bruce Cockburn, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Happy Good Morning Blues" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Happy Good Morning Blues" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 167 BPM in A♭ major with 14 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Happy Good Morning Blues" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "Happy Good Morning Blues" 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 "Happy Good Morning Blues" on?

"Happy Good Morning Blues" appears on High Winds White Sky (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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Can I download the sheet music as a PDF?

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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