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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "Bubbles" by Herbie Hancock, in E minor at about 70 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "Bubbles" by Herbie Hancock

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Bubbles” by Herbie Hancock.

Bubbles by Herbie Hancock
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 · jazz fusion · instrumental jazz
Moodcool · groovy · sophisticated
Signaturegroovy, sophisticated jazz fusion instrumental
E minor
Key
70
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

N
F♯9
A9
F♯min9
C7
A11
A♭m7
Dmaj/3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroHead (main theme)Solo sectionHead repriseOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric piano
warm, rounded tone laying down the harmonic foundation
saxophone
bright, expressive lead voice delivering the main melody and improvisations
electric bass
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
drums
tight, crisp kit with a steady swing feel
electric guitar
clean, lightly overdriven tone providing rhythmic comping and occasional melodic fills
Album & artist
ALBUM

Man-Child (1975)

Released on Columbia Records, this heavily funk-driven record was the last studio album to feature the Headhunters, and it brought in guests including Wayne Shorter on soprano sax and Stevie Wonder on harmonica. It leans harder into groove and polished studio production than Hancock's earlier work, with guitarist Wah Wah Watson adding a distinct texture throughout.

All of Man-Child
Artist

Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock is a pianist, keyboardist, and composer born in Chicago in 1940. He built his reputation as a jazz musician, spending time in Miles Davis's influential 1960s quintet before launching a prolific solo career that moved through jazz, funk, and electronic music. He has won multiple Grammy Awards and remains one of the most wide-ranging figures in American music.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Bubbles" in?

"Bubbles" by Herbie Hancock is in E minor.

What is the tempo of "Bubbles"?

"Bubbles" plays at around 70 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Bubbles"?

The core progression is N, F♯9, A9, F♯min9, C7, and A11, built around the E minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Bubbles"?

The recording features electric piano, electric bass, drums, electric guitar, and saxophone.

Can I get "Bubbles" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Bubbles" by Herbie Hancock, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Bubbles" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"Bubbles" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 70 BPM in E minor with 17 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 "Bubbles" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Bubbles" 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 "Bubbles" on?

"Bubbles" appears on Man-Child (1975).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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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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