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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "Bugle Call Rag" by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra, in B♭ major at about 187 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "Bugle Call Rag" by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Bugle Call Rag” by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra.

Bugle Call Rag by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra
Bass Guitar Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The bass guitar 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

Genrebig band · swing · jazz
Moodenergetic · joyful · exuberant
SignatureClassic swing-era big band with a driving, celebratory feel
B♭ major
Key
187
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
B♭
A♭
E♭
Cm7
Gm7
A♭7
E♭m
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroMain ThemeSolo SectionReturn to Main ThemeCoda
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

brass section
bright, punchy trumpets and trombones delivering melodic lines and punctuated hits
reed section
smooth saxophones and clarinets weaving countermelodies and harmonies
drums
steady swing ride cymbal pattern with crisp snare accents and occasional fills
upright bass
walking bassline that anchors the harmony and propels the rhythm
piano
comping chords with syncopated voicings and occasional melodic fills
drum kit
full kit with ride cymbal, hi-hat, snare, and bass drum providing swing feel
Album & artist
ALBUM

Slow Freight / Bugle Call Rag (1940)

All of Slow Freight / Bugle Call Rag
Artist

Glenn Miller & His Orchestra

Glenn Miller & His Orchestra was an American swing and big band group formed by trombonist and arranger Glenn Miller in 1938. The band built its sound around a clarinet-lead style layered over tenor saxophone, which gave it a distinctive tone that stood out from other dance bands of the era. Through constant radio broadcasts and recordings, they became one of the most popular acts of the late 1930s and early 1940s.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Bugle Call Rag" in?

"Bugle Call Rag" by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra is in B♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Bugle Call Rag"?

"Bugle Call Rag" plays at around 187 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Bugle Call Rag"?

The core progression is A, B♭, A♭, E♭, Cm7, and Gm7, built around the B♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Bugle Call Rag"?

The recording features brass section, reed section, drums, upright bass, piano, and drum kit.

Can I get "Bugle Call Rag" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Bugle Call Rag" by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Bugle Call Rag" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Bugle Call Rag" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 187 BPM in B♭ major with 11 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 "Bugle Call Rag" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Bugle Call Rag" 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 "Bugle Call Rag" on?

"Bugle Call Rag" appears on Slow Freight / Bugle Call Rag (1940).

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