Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Double Talk” by Michael Franks.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Barefoot on the Beach (1999)
Released on Windham Hill Records, this smooth jazz record was Franks' only album for that label and marked the end of his long run with the Warner Bros. family of imprints. It features a vocal duet with Valerie Simpson on the track 'Now Love Has No End'.
All of Barefoot on the BeachMichael Franks
Michael Franks is an American singer and songwriter born in La Jolla, California in 1944. He works in a soft, melodic space where jazz, pop, and bossa nova overlap, and his style drew a dedicated following during the FM radio era of the 1970s. His songs have been covered by artists ranging from Diana Krall and Carmen McRae to The Carpenters and Natalie Cole.
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Good to know
What key is "Double Talk" in?
"Double Talk" by Michael Franks is in G major.
What is the tempo of "Double Talk"?
"Double Talk" plays at around 115 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Double Talk"?
The core progression is D7, G, Cmaj7, B♭maj7, E♭maj7, and Gmaj7, built around the G major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Double Talk"?
The recording features electric piano, bass, drums, electric guitar, synth pads, and vocals.
Can I get "Double Talk" bass guitar sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Double Talk" by Michael Franks, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Double Talk" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?
"Double Talk" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 115 BPM in G major with 14 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 "Double Talk" bass guitar sheet music?
Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Double Talk" 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 "Double Talk" on?
"Double Talk" appears on Barefoot on the Beach (1999).
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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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