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Intermediate drums sheet music for "Cool Street" by Christoph Spendel, in C major at about 97 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "Cool Street" by Christoph Spendel

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Cool Street” by Christoph Spendel.

Cool Street by Christoph Spendel
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

Genrejazz · funk · jazz-funk
Moodcool · groovy · upbeat
Signaturegroovy jazz-funk groove
C major
Key
97
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

N
Cm
E7
Fm
C7
B7
Am7
G7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroHead (main theme)Solo sectionHead repriseOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
tight, syncopated drum kit with crisp snare and hi-hat patterns
bass
round, syncopated electric bassline driving the groove
drums
tight, syncopated drum kit with crisp snare and hi-hat patterns
bass
round, syncopated electric bassline driving the groove
electric piano
warm, percussive electric piano comping with extended jazz chords
electric piano
warm, percussive electric piano comping with extended jazz chords
trumpet
bright, melodic trumpet lines that weave through the harmony
trumpet
bright, melodic trumpet lines that weave through the harmony
saxophone
smooth, expressive saxophone solos that add lyrical phrasing
saxophone
smooth, expressive saxophone solos that add lyrical phrasing
electric guitar
clean, rhythmic electric guitar chords and occasional melodic fills
electric guitar
clean, rhythmic electric guitar chords and occasional melodic fills
Album & artist
ALBUM

Cool Street

Released on TCB Records in 1993, Cool Street features an impressive lineup including saxophonist Bob Mintzer, drummer Omar Hakim, and guitarist Chieli Minucci, among others. The record sits firmly in a jazz-funk groove, with Spendel's keyboard work at the center alongside a cast of well-regarded New York session players.

All of Cool Street
Artist

Christoph Spendel

Christoph Spendel (1955-2025) was a German pianist, keyboardist, composer, and producer born in Bytom, Poland, who grew up in Düsseldorf and built much of his musical identity through time spent in New York, Havana, and Frankfurt. His work moved across jazz, jazz-funk, Latin, pop, and film and television music, and he recorded frequently with prominent American and international musicians. He also worked as a music professor and journalist throughout his career.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Cool Street" in?

"Cool Street" by Christoph Spendel is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Cool Street"?

"Cool Street" plays at around 97 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Cool Street"?

The core progression is N, Cm, E♭7, Fm, C♯7, and B♭7, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Cool Street"?

The recording features drums, bass, electric piano, trumpet, saxophone, electric guitar, drums, bass, electric piano, trumpet, saxophone, and electric guitar.

Can I get "Cool Street" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Cool Street" by Christoph Spendel, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Cool Street" drums sheet music easy to play?

"Cool Street" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 97 BPM in C 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 "Cool Street" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Cool Street" 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 "Cool Street" on?

"Cool Street" appears on Cool Street (null).

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