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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "English Garden" by Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club, in F♯ major at about 143 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "English Garden" by Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “English Garden” by Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club.

English Garden by Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club
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

Genrerock · indie rock · alternative rock
Moodmelancholic · reflective
SignatureEnglish garden, nostalgic longing, quiet introspection
F♯ major
Key
143
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
D°
A♭
Bmaj/5
A♭sus4(b7)
C♯maj/5
B♭
Gm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusVersePre-ChorusChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead, clear, slightly melancholic timbre, expressive and narrative delivery
drums
steady, driving rock beat
bass guitar
prominent, round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
electric guitar
clean, melodic riffs and chordal texture
organ
warm, sustained organ pads adding depth
Album & artist
ALBUM

Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club (1979)

Released as 'English Garden' in most territories but issued under the band's name in North America, this debut album was recorded at Eden Studios in London and put out by Epic Records. It includes the Camera Club's version of 'Video Killed the Radio Star', recorded with Thomas Dolby before the Buggles released their own hit take on the song.

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Artist

Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club

Bruce Woolley is a singer and songwriter from Loughborough, England who formed the Camera Club in 1979, a new wave outfit that included Thomas Dolby on keyboards and Matthew Seligman on bass. Before the group, Woolley had been writing pop songs for publishing companies and co-wrote 'Video Killed the Radio Star' alongside Trevor Horn and Geoff Downes of the Buggles. The Camera Club played tight, hook-driven new wave pop and toured the UK and North America before disbanding in 1983.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "English Garden" in?

"English Garden" by Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club is in F♯ major.

What is the tempo of "English Garden"?

"English Garden" plays at around 143 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "English Garden"?

The core progression is D, D°, A♭, Bmaj/5, A♭sus4(b7), and C♯maj/5, built around the F♯ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "English Garden"?

The recording features drums, electric guitar, bass guitar, organ, and vocals.

Can I get "English Garden" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "English Garden" by Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "English Garden" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"English Garden" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 143 BPM in F♯ major with 24 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 "English Garden" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "English Garden" 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 "English Garden" on?

"English Garden" appears on Bruce Woolley & The Camera Club (1979).

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