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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "A Profound Gass" by Henry Mancini, in F major at about 120 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "A Profound Gass" by Henry Mancini

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “A Profound Gass” by Henry Mancini.

A Profound Gass by Henry Mancini
Tenor Sax Sheet Music

B♭ transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The tenor sax part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrejazz · easy listening · soundtrack
Moodlaid‑back · romantic · nostalgic
Signatureclassic mid‑century lounge jazz with a smooth, cinematic feel
F major
Key
120
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
F
Dm
B♭m
E♭
A♭
C♯
Gm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeInstrumental breakFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

piano
warm, resonant acoustic piano playing rich, extended jazz chords and melodic lines
bass
walking upright bass providing a steady, melodic foundation
strings
lush orchestral strings adding harmonic depth and gentle swells
drums
light, brushed drum kit with subtle ride cymbal patterns
woodwinds
soft, airy woodwind lines that weave through the harmony
Album & artist
ALBUM

The Music From Peter Gunn (1959)

The soundtrack to Blake Edwards' TV detective series Peter Gunn, this album gave Mancini his first major commercial breakthrough. It mixes hard-boiled jazz with a persistent walking-bass cool that defined the sound of late-1950s crime television.

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Artist

Henry Mancini

Henry Mancini was an American composer, arranger, and conductor from Cleveland, Ohio, who became one of the most celebrated figures in film and television music. He worked across jazz, big band, easy listening, and orchestral styles, and his career produced some of the most recognizable themes in Hollywood history. Over roughly four decades he won four Academy Awards and twenty Grammy Awards, with scores for projects ranging from TV crime shows to major motion pictures.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "A Profound Gass" in?

"A Profound Gass" by Henry Mancini is in F major.

What is the tempo of "A Profound Gass"?

"A Profound Gass" plays at around 120 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "A Profound Gass"?

The core progression is C, F, Dm, B♭m, E♭, and A♭, built around the F major tonal center.

What instruments play on "A Profound Gass"?

The recording features piano, bass, drums, strings, and woodwinds.

Can I get "A Profound Gass" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "A Profound Gass" by Henry Mancini, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "A Profound Gass" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"A Profound Gass" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 120 BPM in F 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 "A Profound Gass" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "A Profound Gass" 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 "A Profound Gass" on?

"A Profound Gass" appears on The Music From Peter Gunn (1959).

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