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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "Alma Mater" by Chicago, in B♭ major at about 60 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "Alma Mater" by Chicago

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “Alma Mater” by Chicago.

Alma Mater by Chicago
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

Genreclassical · choral · hymn
Moodsolemn · reverent · grand
Signaturestately hymn with a majestic choir
B♭ major
Key
60
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

B♭
B♭maj7
B♭7
B♭maj/3
E♭maj7
Gm
Cm
Fsus4(b7)
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

full mixed choir (SATB)
lead vocal line with rich, blended harmonies
grand pipe organ
provides a deep, resonant harmonic foundation and melodic counterpoint
large pipe organ pedal tones
adds a powerful low‑end bass that underpins the choir
subtle orchestral strings
offers gentle, sustained pads that enhance the harmonic texture
minimal percussion (soft timpani rolls)
accentuates phrase boundaries with restrained, ceremonial hits
Album & artist
ALBUM

Chicago V (1972)

Released in July 1972 on Columbia Records, Chicago V was the band's first single album after a run of double albums, marking a shift toward shorter, more direct songs. It includes 'Saturday in the Park', a top-ten hit written by keyboardist Robert Lamm, and reached number one on the Billboard 200.

All of Chicago V
Artist

Chicago

Chicago is a rock band from Chicago, Illinois, formed in 1967, originally under the name The Big Thing before settling on Chicago in 1969. The group built its sound around an unusual lineup that combines a full rock rhythm section with a brass section of trumpet, trombone, and saxophone. Over the decades they moved from jazz-inflected rock toward a more polished, radio-friendly pop style, becoming one of the best-selling American bands of all time.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Alma Mater" in?

"Alma Mater" by Chicago is in B♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Alma Mater"?

"Alma Mater" plays at around 60 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Alma Mater"?

The core progression is B♭, B♭maj7, B♭7, B♭maj/3, E♭maj7, and Gm, built around the B♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Alma Mater"?

The recording features full mixed choir (SATB), grand pipe organ, large pipe organ pedal tones, subtle orchestral strings, and minimal percussion (soft timpani rolls).

Can I get "Alma Mater" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "Alma Mater" by Chicago, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Alma Mater" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Alma Mater" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 60 BPM in B♭ major with 20 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 "Alma Mater" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "Alma Mater" 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 "Alma Mater" on?

"Alma Mater" appears on Chicago V (1972).

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

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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.

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