Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Grandfather's Clock” by Johnny Cash.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
The Johnny Cash Children’s Album (2006)
Johnny Cash
Johnny Cash was a singer and songwriter from Kingsland, Arkansas, who worked primarily in country music but pulled from rockabilly, gospel, folk, and rock throughout his career. He recorded for Sun Records in the 1950s before a long run on Columbia, and later found a second wave of recognition through his American Recordings series with producer Rick Rubin in the 1990s and 2000s. His deep baritone voice and plainspoken songwriting gave him a style that stayed recognizable across five decades of recording.
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Good to know
What key is "Grandfather's Clock" in?
"Grandfather's Clock" by Johnny Cash is in B♭ major.
What is the tempo of "Grandfather's Clock"?
"Grandfather's Clock" plays at around 107 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Grandfather's Clock"?
The core progression is E, E♭, B♭7, A♭, E♭m, and B♭m7, built around the B♭ major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Grandfather's Clock"?
The recording features acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, light percussion, and male lead vocal.
Can I get "Grandfather's Clock" drums sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Grandfather's Clock" by Johnny Cash, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Grandfather's Clock" drums sheet music easy to play?
"Grandfather's Clock" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 107 BPM in B♭ major with 10 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 "Grandfather's Clock" drums sheet music?
Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Grandfather's Clock" 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 "Grandfather's Clock" on?
"Grandfather's Clock" appears on The Johnny Cash Children’s Album (2006).
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