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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Easy And Slow" by Dominic Behan, in A♭ major at about 65 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Easy And Slow" by Dominic Behan

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Easy And Slow” by Dominic Behan.

Easy And Slow by Dominic Behan
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

Genrefolk · traditional Irish · acoustic folk
Moodnostalgic · melancholic · intimate
SignatureIrish folk ballad with a gentle, storytelling vibe
A major
Key
65
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

B
Amaj/5
E
Amaj7
Emaj/5
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, providing the harmonic and rhythmic foundation
male lead vocal
clear, expressive, slightly melancholic timbre; narrative, storytelling delivery
bass guitar
warm, supportive low end
light percussion
soft, understated drumming that adds subtle pulse
harmonium/organ
warm, sustained chords that fill the background
Album & artist
ALBUM

Down by the Liffeyside (1960)

An 18-track collection of Irish street ballads that draws on the traditional song culture of Dublin. It captures the kind of working-class urban folk repertoire that Behan grew up with and spent much of his life championing.

All of Down by the Liffeyside
Artist

Dominic Behan

Dominic Behan (1928 to 1989) was a Dublin-born writer, singer, and songwriter who worked in both Irish and English. A committed socialist and Irish republican, he came from the literary Behan family and was the brother of playwright Brendan Behan. He is regarded as one of the most influential Irish songwriters of the 20th century, with a body of work rooted in traditional balladry, street song, and political verse.

All Dominic Behan songs
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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Easy And Slow" in?

"Easy And Slow" by Dominic Behan is in A♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Easy And Slow"?

"Easy And Slow" plays at around 65 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Easy And Slow"?

The core progression is B♭, A♭maj/5, E♭, A♭maj7, and E♭maj/5, built around the A♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Easy And Slow"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, bass guitar, light percussion, harmonium/organ, and male lead vocal.

Can I get "Easy And Slow" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Easy And Slow" by Dominic Behan, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Easy And Slow" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Easy And Slow" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 65 BPM in A♭ major with 5 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 "Easy And Slow" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Easy And Slow" 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 "Easy And Slow" on?

"Easy And Slow" appears on Down by the Liffeyside (1960).

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