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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Capture" by Mike Oldfield, in D major at about 120 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Capture" by Mike Oldfield

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Capture” by Mike Oldfield.

Capture by Mike Oldfield
Double Bass Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The double bass part reads from bass clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genreambient · electronic · experimental
Moodethereal · hypnotic · meditative
Signatureslowly evolving ambient soundscape
D major
Key
120
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
G
E
Cmaj/3
Asus4(b7)
Gsus4(b7)
Csus4
Esus4
Form

Structure & dynamics

Ambient introGradual buildTextural peakSlow fade
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

synth pads
lush, slowly morphing textures that fill the stereo field
reverb and delay
extensive spatial effects that create a vast, immersive environment
synth arpeggios
delicate, repeating patterns that add subtle motion
synth bass
deep, sustained low frequencies that anchor the piece
synth lead
a single, evolving melodic line that weaves through the pads
Album & artist
ALBUM

The Killing Fields: Original Film Soundtrack (1984)

All of The Killing Fields: Original Film Soundtrack
Artist

Mike Oldfield

Mike Oldfield is a retired English musician, songwriter, and producer born on 15 May 1953. He plays guitar as his primary instrument but has recorded across a wide range of instruments, and his work spans progressive rock, ambient, folk, classical, and electronic music. His 1973 debut Tubular Bells made him famous and launched Virgin Records, and he went on to release 25 studio albums over a long career.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Capture" in?

"Capture" by Mike Oldfield is in D major.

What is the tempo of "Capture"?

"Capture" plays at around 120 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Capture"?

The core progression is A, G, E, Cmaj/3, Asus4(b7), and Gsus4(b7), built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Capture"?

The recording features synth pads, synth arpeggios, synth bass, synth lead, and reverb and delay.

Can I get "Capture" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Capture" by Mike Oldfield, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Capture" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Capture" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 120 BPM in D 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 "Capture" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Capture" 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 "Capture" on?

"Capture" appears on The Killing Fields: Original Film Soundtrack (1984).

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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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