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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "De Profundis" by Terry Oldfield, in C minor at about 77 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "De Profundis" by Terry Oldfield

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “De Profundis” by Terry Oldfield.

De Profundis by Terry Oldfield
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 · contemporary classical · neoclassical
Moodsolemn · contemplative · spiritual
Signaturedeeply spiritual neoclassical meditation
C minor
Key
77
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Cm
Gmin/b3
Gm
Fm
Fm7
Gsus4
Fsus2
Dm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

string
lush, sustained orchestral strings providing the harmonic foundation
flute
melancholic, lyrical solo flute weaving the main melodic material
piano
sparse, resonant piano chords and arpeggios that punctuate the texture
cello
deep, resonant cello lines that anchor the low end and add emotional weight
percussion
subtle, low‑frequency percussion (soft mallets or brushed drums) that adds gentle pulse without breaking the calm
Album & artist
ALBUM

De Profundis: Out of the Depths II

A follow-up to his earlier Out of the Depths album, the title references the biblical Psalm 130 and suggests a deeply introspective mood. Oldfield uses flute and ambient layers to explore themes of depth and reflection.

All of De Profundis: Out of the Depths II
Artist

Terry Oldfield

Terry Oldfield is an English new age composer and musician born on 12 August 1949, and a brother of Mike Oldfield and Sally Oldfield. He plays flute across several styles including bamboo, alto, and bass flute, and has built a career around meditative and ambient instrumental music. Over the course of his career he has composed music for more than 80 film and television productions and sold over two million albums.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "De Profundis" in?

"De Profundis" by Terry Oldfield is in C minor.

What is the tempo of "De Profundis"?

"De Profundis" plays at around 77 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "De Profundis"?

The core progression is Cm, Gmin/b3, Gm, Fm, Fm7, and Gsus4, built around the C minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "De Profundis"?

The recording features string, flute, piano, cello, and percussion.

Can I get "De Profundis" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "De Profundis" by Terry Oldfield, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "De Profundis" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"De Profundis" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 77 BPM in C minor with 12 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 "De Profundis" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "De Profundis" 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 "De Profundis" on?

"De Profundis" appears on De Profundis: Out of the Depths II (null).

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

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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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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.

Is this transcription licensed?

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