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Intermediate drums sheet music for "Deep Lake" by Bruce Cockburn, in C major at about 77 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "Deep Lake" by Bruce Cockburn

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Deep Lake” by Bruce Cockburn.

Deep Lake
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

Genreacoustic folk · singer‑songwriter · contemporary folk
Moodmelancholic · introspective · quietly powerful
Signatureacoustic guitar‑driven folk ballad
C major
Key
77
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
Fmaj7
Fhdim7
Fmaj9
Am7
Cmaj7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked and strummed, providing both harmonic and rhythmic foundation
male vocals
warm, slightly gravelly, expressive, intimate delivery
acoustic bass
warm, resonant, underpinning the harmony
harmonica
melodic, plaintive lines that weave between vocal phrases
light percussion
soft brush or hand‑drummed patterns that add subtle pulse
Album & artist
ALBUM

Breakfast in New Orleans, Dinner in Timbuktu (1999)

All of Breakfast in New Orleans, Dinner in Timbuktu
Artist

Bruce Cockburn

Bruce Cockburn is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Ottawa who has been recording since the early 1970s. His music moves across folk, rock, jazz, and world music, and his lyrics frequently address spiritual themes, environmental concerns, and political injustice. He has long been one of Canada's most respected guitarists, and his catalog stretches across more than two dozen studio albums.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Deep Lake" in?

"Deep Lake" by Bruce Cockburn is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Deep Lake"?

"Deep Lake" plays at around 77 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Deep Lake"?

The core progression is C, Fmaj7, F♯hdim7, Fmaj9, Am7, and Cmaj7, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Deep Lake"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, light percussion, harmonica, and male vocals.

Can I get "Deep Lake" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Deep Lake" by Bruce Cockburn, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Deep Lake" drums sheet music easy to play?

"Deep Lake" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 77 BPM in C major with 6 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 "Deep Lake" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Deep Lake" 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 "Deep Lake" on?

"Deep Lake" appears on Breakfast in New Orleans, Dinner in Timbuktu (1999).

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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.

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