Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Grim Travellers” by Bruce Cockburn.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Humans (1980)
Often cited as one of Cockburn's finest records, Humans confronts pain, loss, and mortality while still holding out a sense of hope. Songs like 'Rumours of Glory' show him expanding his sound with keyboards, violin, and reeds alongside his guitar.
All of HumansBruce 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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Good to know
What key is "Grim Travellers" in?
"Grim Travellers" by Bruce Cockburn is in E minor.
What is the tempo of "Grim Travellers"?
"Grim Travellers" plays at around 150 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Grim Travellers"?
The core progression is Em7, Cmaj9, G, F♯m, Fsus2, and A7, built around the E minor tonal center.
What instruments play on "Grim Travellers"?
The recording features acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, harmonica, and vocals.
Can I get "Grim Travellers" bass guitar tabs?
Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Grim Travellers" by Bruce Cockburn, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Grim Travellers" bass guitar tabs easy to play?
"Grim Travellers" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 150 BPM in E minor with 12 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.
Is there an easy, beginner version of "Grim Travellers" bass guitar tabs?
Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Grim Travellers" 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 "Grim Travellers" on?
"Grim Travellers" appears on Humans (1980).
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