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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "Blues For We" by Mel Brown, in D minor at about 111 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "Blues For We" by Mel Brown

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Blues For We” by Mel Brown.

Blues For We by Mel Brown
Tenor Sax Sheet Music

B♭ transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The tenor sax part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genreblues · jazz · swing
Moodupbeat · energetic · groovy
Signatureclassic swing blues with a modern groove
D minor
Key
111
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
Am
D7
G7
A7
Dm
Dm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroHead (main theme)Solo sectionHead (reprise)Outro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
tight, syncopated swing kit with crisp ride cymbal and snappy snare
saxophone
smooth, expressive saxophone lead that carries the main melody and improvises
bass
round, walking bassline that locks with the drums
guitar
clean electric guitar comping with jazzy chord voicings and occasional melodic fills
piano
bright, percussive piano comping and occasional solo lines
Album & artist
ALBUM

Blues for We (1969)

The third album Brown recorded for the Impulse! label, it moves away from straightforward blues into soul-jazz territory, pulling in influences from R&B and even avant-garde jazz. The range of styles on the record is ambitious, reflecting Brown's broad musical interests at the time.

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Artist

Mel Brown

Mel Brown (1939-2009) was a Mississippi-born blues guitarist who also worked extensively in jazz, soul jazz, and funk over a career spanning several decades. He built his reputation playing with West Coast R&B artists before joining the house band at Austin's Antone's and later settling in Kitchener, Ontario, where he became a central figure in the local blues scene. His guitar style ranged from straight-ahead blues to soul-inflected jazz, and he recorded for labels including BluesWay and Impulse!

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Blues For We" in?

"Blues For We" by Mel Brown is in D minor.

What is the tempo of "Blues For We"?

"Blues For We" plays at around 111 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Blues For We"?

The core progression is A, Am, D7, G7, A7, and Dm, built around the D minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Blues For We"?

The recording features drums, bass, guitar, piano, and saxophone.

Can I get "Blues For We" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Blues For We" by Mel Brown, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Blues For We" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"Blues For We" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 111 BPM in D minor with 7 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 "Blues For We" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Blues For We" 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 "Blues For We" on?

"Blues For We" appears on Blues for We (1969).

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