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Intermediate piano sheet music for "Blue Steel" by Henry Mancini, in C major at about 188 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Piano Sheet Music for "Blue Steel" by Henry Mancini

Preview of the intermediate piano sheet music arrangement for “Blue Steel” by Henry Mancini.

Blue Steel by Henry Mancini
Piano Sheet Music

Grand staffMid-staff range

The piano part reads from the grand staff, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrejazz · big band · swing
Moodenergetic · playful · exuberant
Signatureclassic swing big band with a modern, high‑energy feel
C major
Key
188
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
G
E
B7
E7
Am
F7
Chdim7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroHead (main theme)Solo sectionHead repriseOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

brass section
trumpets, trombones, and saxophones delivering punchy, syncopated lines
piano
comping with rich, extended jazz chords and occasional melodic fills
drums
driving swing ride cymbal pattern with crisp snare accents
bass
walking bassline that anchors the harmony and propels the groove
woodwinds
clarinet and flute adding color and counter‑melodies
percussion
light auxiliary percussion (shakers, tambourine) enhancing rhythmic texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

More Music From Peter Gunn (1959)

A follow-up to the first Peter Gunn album, drawing on additional cues and themes from the series. It continues the same jazz-forward approach, with brass, vibraphone, and rhythm section arrangements that gave the show its distinctive edge.

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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 "Blue Steel" in?

"Blue Steel" by Henry Mancini is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Blue Steel"?

"Blue Steel" plays at around 188 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Blue Steel"?

The core progression is D, G, E, B7, E7, and Am, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Blue Steel"?

The recording features brass section, piano, drums, bass, woodwinds, and percussion.

Can I get "Blue Steel" piano sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate piano sheet music arrangement of "Blue Steel" by Henry Mancini, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Blue Steel" piano sheet music easy to play?

"Blue Steel" piano sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 188 BPM in C major with 31 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 "Blue Steel" piano sheet music?

Yes. The beginner piano sheet music for "Blue Steel" 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 "Blue Steel" on?

"Blue Steel" appears on More Music From Peter Gunn (1959).

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