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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "Fine & Mellow" by Billie Holiday, in F major at about 79 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "Fine & Mellow" by Billie Holiday

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “Fine & Mellow” by Billie Holiday.

Fine & Mellow
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

Genrejazz · blues · vocal jazz
Moodmelancholic · soulful
SignatureBillie Holiday’s classic vocal jazz lament
F major
Key
79
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

F7
B7
F
C7
B
Gm7
Gm
E
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
Billie Holiday’s expressive, slightly raspy alto voice, intimate and front‑center
piano
warm, slightly reverberant acoustic piano providing harmonic support
bass
walking upright bassline that anchors the harmony and rhythm
drums
brushed drum kit with soft snare and ride cymbal, giving a gentle swing feel
Album & artist
ALBUM

Strange Fruit / Fine and Mellow (1939)

All of Strange Fruit / Fine and Mellow
Artist

Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday was a jazz singer born in Philadelphia in 1915, widely regarded as one of the most influential American vocalists of the twentieth century. She built her career in Harlem clubs and recording studios through the 1930s and 1940s, working alongside major figures like Teddy Wilson, Count Basie's band members, and Lester Young. Her style drew from blues and jazz, and her phrasing and emotional depth set a standard that shaped generations of singers after her.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Fine & Mellow" in?

"Fine & Mellow" by Billie Holiday is in F major.

What is the tempo of "Fine & Mellow"?

"Fine & Mellow" plays at around 79 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Fine & Mellow"?

The core progression is F7, B♭7, F, C7, B♭, and Gm7, built around the F major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Fine & Mellow"?

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

Can I get "Fine & Mellow" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "Fine & Mellow" by Billie Holiday, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Fine & Mellow" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Fine & Mellow" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 79 BPM in F major 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 "Fine & Mellow" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "Fine & Mellow" 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 "Fine & Mellow" on?

"Fine & Mellow" appears on Strange Fruit / Fine and Mellow (1939).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

What instruments and formats are available?

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

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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

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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