Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Blind Arthur” by Charlie Hunter.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Not Getting Behind Is The New Getting Ahead (2012)
A small-group session that reflects Hunter's ongoing interest in groove-heavy, funk-inflected jazz. The title carries a wry, sardonic humor that shows up in a lot of his work from this period.
All of Not Getting Behind Is The New Getting AheadCharlie Hunter
Charlie Hunter is an American guitarist and composer born in 1967 who plays custom seven- and eight-string guitars, covering bass lines, chords, and melodies at the same time, by himself. His music sits at the intersection of jazz, funk, and soul, drawing on influences from jazz guitar greats like Joe Pass and Tuck Andress. He came up in the early 1990s and has led a long string of groups and recording projects with constantly shifting lineups.
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Good to know
What key is "Blind Arthur" in?
"Blind Arthur" by Charlie Hunter is in B♭ major.
What is the tempo of "Blind Arthur"?
"Blind Arthur" plays at around 75 BPM in 2/4 time.
What chords are in "Blind Arthur"?
The core progression is B♭, B♭maj/3, F7, A♭, Gm7, and Cm7, built around the B♭ major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Blind Arthur"?
The recording features electric guitar, electric bass, drums, electric piano, and subtle percussion.
Can I get "Blind Arthur" double bass sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Blind Arthur" by Charlie Hunter, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Blind Arthur" double bass sheet music easy to play?
"Blind Arthur" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 75 BPM in B♭ major with 25 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 "Blind Arthur" double bass sheet music?
Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Blind Arthur" 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 "Blind Arthur" on?
"Blind Arthur" appears on Not Getting Behind Is The New Getting Ahead (2012).
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