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Intermediate drums sheet music for "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" by Tim Hardin, in G minor at about 125 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" by Tim Hardin

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “How Can We Hang On To A Dream” by Tim Hardin.

How Can We Hang On To A Dream by Tim Hardin
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

Genrefolk · singer‑songwriter · acoustic pop
Moodmelancholic · reflective · intimate
Signaturegentle acoustic ballad with a wistful, yearning feel
G minor
Key
125
BPM
3/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Gm
Cm
F
E♭
D
G
D7
Cm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, warm, and front‑center
vocals
male lead, clear and expressive, delivering the lyrics with a tender, slightly breathy timbre
piano
soft, sustained chords that fill the harmonic space
bass guitar
subtle, warm, and supportive
drums
light, brushed percussion that adds gentle pulse
Album & artist
ALBUM

Tim Hardin 1 (1966)

Hardin's debut on Verve Forecast pulled from blues, country, folk, and jazz, and introduced songs like 'Reason to Believe' and 'Misty Roses' that would go on to be widely covered. Critics placed it among the more significant debut records of the mid-1960s.

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Artist

Tim Hardin

Tim Hardin was an American singer-songwriter from Eugene, Oregon, who worked in folk, blues, and jazz through the 1960s and 1970s. He wrote intimate, emotionally direct songs that many other artists covered, with 'Reason to Believe' and 'If I Were a Carpenter' becoming especially well-traveled standards. His output was small but his influence on the singer-songwriter tradition has been lasting.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" in?

"How Can We Hang On To A Dream" by Tim Hardin is in G minor.

What is the tempo of "How Can We Hang On To A Dream"?

"How Can We Hang On To A Dream" plays at around 125 BPM in 3/4 time.

What chords are in "How Can We Hang On To A Dream"?

The core progression is Gm, Cm, F, E♭, D, and G, built around the G minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "How Can We Hang On To A Dream"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, piano, bass guitar, drums, and vocals.

Can I get "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" by Tim Hardin, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" drums sheet music easy to play?

"How Can We Hang On To A Dream" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 125 BPM in G minor with 8 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 "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" 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 "How Can We Hang On To A Dream" on?

"How Can We Hang On To A Dream" appears on Tim Hardin 1 (1966).

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