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Intermediate drums sheet music for "Duchess" by Scott Engel, in B major at about 64 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "Duchess" by Scott Engel

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Duchess” by Scott Engel.

Duchess by Scott Engel
Drums Sheet Music

PercussionMid-staff range

The drums part reads from percussion, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genreart rock · experimental pop · avant‑garde
Moodethereal · melancholic · intimate
Signaturedistant, reverberant vocals over sparse, atmospheric arrangement
B major
Key
64
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

B
F♯
E
F♯7
E♭m
A
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

synth pads
lush, slowly evolving textures that fill the stereo field with a spacious, airy backdrop
electric bass
deep, resonant, often sustained, anchoring the low end
reverb‑heavy vocals
male baritone, delivered in a soft, almost whispered style; heavily processed with long‑tail reverb and subtle delay, creating a distant, ethereal presence
acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, providing a delicate harmonic foundation
drums
minimalist, soft brush or rim‑click patterns that accentuate the slow pulse
Album & artist
ALBUM

Scott 4 (1969)

Released under his birth name Scott Engel, this was the first of his albums to consist entirely of self-penned material, with no covers or Jacques Brel translations. It failed to chart at the time but has since been reassessed as one of his strongest records.

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Artist

Scott Engel

Scott Engel, better known as Scott Walker, was an American-born singer-songwriter who spent much of his career in the United Kingdom. He started out as a teen pop figure and a member of the Walker Brothers before moving into orchestral ballads and increasingly experimental solo work. His voice was a rich baritone, and his songwriting drew on dark, literary subjects that set him apart from most of his contemporaries.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Duchess" in?

"Duchess" by Scott Engel is in B major.

What is the tempo of "Duchess"?

"Duchess" plays at around 64 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Duchess"?

The core progression is B, F♯, E, F♯7, E♭m, and A, built around the B major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Duchess"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric bass, drums, synth pads, and reverb‑heavy vocals.

Can I get "Duchess" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Duchess" by Scott Engel, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Duchess" drums sheet music easy to play?

"Duchess" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 64 BPM in B major with 6 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Duchess" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Duchess" 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 "Duchess" on?

"Duchess" appears on Scott 4 (1969).

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