Preview of the intermediate trumpet sheet music arrangement for “Afro Blue” by John Coltrane.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
A John Coltrane Retrospective: The Impulse! Years (1992)
A three-disc compilation drawing from Coltrane's tenure at Impulse! Records, including live recordings made at the Village Vanguard in 1961. It covers a broad stretch of his most adventurous period and serves as a solid overview of his work for the label.
All of A John Coltrane Retrospective: The Impulse! YearsJohn Coltrane
John Coltrane (1926-1967) was a saxophonist and composer from North Carolina who became one of the most influential figures in jazz history. He grew up playing in the Philadelphia scene and went on to work across bebop, hard bop, modal jazz, and free jazz over the course of his career. His recordings pushed the harmonic and expressive limits of the saxophone in ways that still shape how jazz musicians think about the instrument.
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Good to know
What key is "Afro Blue" in?
"Afro Blue" by John Coltrane is in F minor.
What is the tempo of "Afro Blue"?
"Afro Blue" plays at around 143 BPM in 2/4 time.
What chords are in "Afro Blue"?
The core progression is Fm, E♭, C♯, B♭7, C7, and F♯7, built around the F minor tonal center.
What instruments play on "Afro Blue"?
The recording features tenor saxophone, acoustic drum kit, electric bass, and electric piano (Rhodes-like).
Can I get "Afro Blue" trumpet sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate trumpet sheet music arrangement of "Afro Blue" by John Coltrane, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Afro Blue" trumpet sheet music easy to play?
"Afro Blue" trumpet sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 143 BPM in F minor 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 "Afro Blue" trumpet sheet music?
Yes. The beginner trumpet sheet music for "Afro Blue" 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 "Afro Blue" on?
"Afro Blue" appears on A John Coltrane Retrospective: The Impulse! Years (1992).
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