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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "El Manisero" by Antonio Machín, in D major at about 182 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "El Manisero" by Antonio Machín

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “El Manisero” by Antonio Machín.

El Manisero by Antonio Machín
Bass Guitar Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The bass guitar 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

GenreLatin American folk · Cumbia · Traditional folk
Moodplayful · joyful
Signaturetraditional Cumbia with a festive, dance‑ready vibe
D major
Key
182
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

G
D7
Am7
Am
A7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusInstrumental breakChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

accordion
bright, melodic lead playing the main hook
percussion
steady, syncopated drum pattern driving the groove
bass
round, syncopated bassline anchoring the rhythm
vocals
male lead voice, clear and expressive, delivering the melody with a warm timbre
guitar
light, rhythmic strumming providing harmonic support
Album & artist
ALBUM

El manisero / Infamia / Cuatro palabras / Los aretes de la luna (1960)

This EP released on the Seeco label collects four of Machín's signature recordings, including his landmark son pregón 'El manisero' alongside bolero tracks. It offers a compact snapshot of his vocal style across the Cuban popular genres he favored throughout his career.

All of El manisero / Infamia / Cuatro palabras / Los aretes de la luna
Artist

Antonio Machín

Antonio Machín (1903-1977) was a Cuban singer born in Sagua la Grande who spent much of his later life in Spain, where he became enormously popular. He worked across son, bolero, and Cuban tropical styles, and his 1930 recording of 'El manisero' with Don Azpiazú's orchestra was the first million-selling record by a Cuban artist. He remains one of the most celebrated bolero singers Cuba produced.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "El Manisero" in?

"El Manisero" by Antonio Machín is in D major.

What is the tempo of "El Manisero"?

"El Manisero" plays at around 182 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "El Manisero"?

The core progression is G, D7, Am7, Am, and A7, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "El Manisero"?

The recording features accordion, percussion, bass, guitar, and vocals.

Can I get "El Manisero" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "El Manisero" by Antonio Machín, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "El Manisero" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"El Manisero" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 182 BPM in D major with 5 core chords, 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 "El Manisero" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "El Manisero" 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 "El Manisero" on?

"El Manisero" appears on El manisero / Infamia / Cuatro palabras / Los aretes de la luna (1960).

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