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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "Dark Eyes" by Bob Dylan, in G major at about 88 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "Dark Eyes" by Bob Dylan

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Dark Eyes” by Bob Dylan.

Dark Eyes
Tenor Sax Sheet Music

B♭ transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The tenor sax part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrefolk · acoustic · singer‑songwriter
Moodmelancholic · reflective
Signaturegentle acoustic folk ballad with a haunting lyrical hook
G major
Key
88
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

G
D
C
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, warm, and intimate, providing the harmonic and rhythmic foundation
male lead vocal
clear, slightly weathered, and expressive, delivering the narrative with a storytelling timbre
harmonica
melancholic, expressive, and slightly breathy, weaving melodic counter‑lines around the vocal
Album & artist
ALBUM

Empire Burlesque (1985)

Dylan's twenty-third studio album, self-produced and released on Columbia Records, carries a pronounced 1980s production sound, with several members of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers among the session musicians. It reached number 11 in the UK and number 33 in the US.

All of Empire Burlesque
Artist

Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan grew up in Duluth, Minnesota, and built his career in New York City starting in the early 1960s. He began as a folk singer and songwriter before moving into rock, country, and blues, pulling from a wide range of American musical traditions. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he has sold an estimated 125 million records and is widely regarded as one of the most influential lyricists in popular music.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Dark Eyes" in?

"Dark Eyes" by Bob Dylan is in G major.

What is the tempo of "Dark Eyes"?

"Dark Eyes" plays at around 88 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Dark Eyes"?

The core progression is G, D, and C, built around the G major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Dark Eyes"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, harmonica, and male lead vocal.

Can I get "Dark Eyes" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Dark Eyes" by Bob Dylan, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Dark Eyes" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"Dark Eyes" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 88 BPM in G major with 3 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Dark Eyes" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Dark Eyes" 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 "Dark Eyes" on?

"Dark Eyes" appears on Empire Burlesque (1985).

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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.

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