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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Shine" by Dolly Parton, in G major at about 86 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Shine" by Dolly Parton

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Shine” by Dolly Parton.

Shine
Double Bass Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The double bass part reads from bass clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrecountry · folk · bluegrass
Moodhopeful · uplifting
Signaturebright acoustic bluegrass with a hopeful folk spirit
G major
Key
86
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
C
G
Dm
Am7
A
Cmaj9
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeInstrumental breakFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
bright, strummed rhythm and melodic fills
banjo
fast, intricate picking that drives the bluegrass feel
upright bass
warm, walking bassline that anchors the groove
female lead vocals
clear, warm, expressive timbre with a slight country twang; melodic and heartfelt
harmonized female backing vocals
rich, layered harmonies that lift the choruses
light percussion
soft brush or hand‑drummed patterns that keep a gentle pulse
Album & artist
ALBUM

Little Sparrow (2001)

Little Sparrow was released on January 23, 2001, by Sugar Hill and Blue Eye Records, and it followed up her Grammy-winning bluegrass album The Grass is Blue. The album received a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album, and the track "Shine" won Best Female Country Vocal Performance.

All of Little Sparrow
Artist

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton is a singer, songwriter, and actress from Sevierville, Tennessee, born in 1946 and raised in the Great Smoky Mountains. She built her career in country music over decades, eventually selling more than 100 million records worldwide. Beyond straight country, she has worked across folk, bluegrass, and pop, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in American popular music.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Shine" in?

"Shine" by Dolly Parton is in G major.

What is the tempo of "Shine"?

"Shine" plays at around 86 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Shine"?

The core progression is D, C, G, Dm, Am7, and A♭, built around the G major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Shine"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, banjo, upright bass, light percussion, female lead vocals, and harmonized female backing vocals.

Can I get "Shine" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Shine" by Dolly Parton, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Shine" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Shine" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 86 BPM in G major with 7 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 "Shine" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Shine" 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 "Shine" on?

"Shine" appears on Little Sparrow (2001).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

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.

Is this transcription licensed?

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