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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "All Blacks And Blues" by Tim Hopkins, in B♭ minor at about 64 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "All Blacks And Blues" by Tim Hopkins

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “All Blacks And Blues” by Tim Hopkins.

All Blacks And Blues by Tim Hopkins
Double Bass Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The double bass part reads from bass clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrejazz · blues · jazz-blues fusion
Moodmelancholic · reflective
Signaturesolo saxophone improvisation over a bluesy jazz backdrop
B♭ minor
Key
64
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E♭
Gm
A♭
F♯
G°
B♭m
A♭m
G7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroHead (theme)Solo sectionHead repriseOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

saxophone
lead melodic voice, expressive phrasing, improvisational lines
electric bass
warm, walking bassline that anchors the harmony
drums
light, brush-based swing rhythm providing subtle pulse
electric piano
soft, sustained chords that flesh out the harmonic texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

Seven (2011)

Hopkins' seventh studio album, recorded as a bassless trio of saxophone, guitar, and drums, a format he explored as part of his master's thesis. It was nominated for Jazz Album of the Year at the Tui Awards in 2011.

All of Seven
Artist

Tim Hopkins

Tim Hopkins is a saxophonist born in Auckland, New Zealand, who grew up in Brisbane, Australia, and trained at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. He plays jazz and has collaborated with a wide range of Australian and New Zealand musicians over his career. He won the Australian National Jazz Award at the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz in 1993.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "All Blacks And Blues" in?

"All Blacks And Blues" by Tim Hopkins is in B♭ minor.

What is the tempo of "All Blacks And Blues"?

"All Blacks And Blues" plays at around 64 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "All Blacks And Blues"?

The core progression is E♭, Gm, A♭, F♯, G°, and B♭m, built around the B♭ minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "All Blacks And Blues"?

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

Can I get "All Blacks And Blues" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "All Blacks And Blues" by Tim Hopkins, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "All Blacks And Blues" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"All Blacks And Blues" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 64 BPM in B♭ minor with 20 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 "All Blacks And Blues" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "All Blacks And Blues" 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 "All Blacks And Blues" on?

"All Blacks And Blues" appears on Seven (2011).

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