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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" by Natalie Merchant, in D major at about 143 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" by Natalie Merchant

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Come Take A Trip In My Airship” by Natalie Merchant.

Come Take A Trip In My Airship by Natalie Merchant
Bass Guitar Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The bass guitar 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

Genrefolk · acoustic · indie folk
Moodnostalgic · romantic · dreamy
Signatureairship romance, whimsical journey
D major
Key
143
BPM
3/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
Em
A7
G
Dmaj/5
A
Bm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, warm, front‑center
female lead vocal
clear, gentle, expressive, storytelling style
violin
melodic, lyrical, slightly reverberant
cello
warm, supportive bass line
light percussion
soft brush or hand‑drummed rhythm
Album & artist
ALBUM

Retrospective 1995-2005 (2005)

This was Merchant's first greatest hits collection, gathering her most popular solo material from her decade on Elektra Records. It covers the run of studio albums she released after leaving 10,000 Maniacs, giving a solid overview of her solo output up to that point.

All of Retrospective 1995-2005
Artist

Natalie Merchant

Natalie Merchant is a singer-songwriter from Jamestown, New York, who spent the 1980s as the lead vocalist and primary lyricist for college rock band 10,000 Maniacs. She left the group in 1993 to pursue a solo career, releasing a series of albums that draw on folk, rock, and pop influences. Over four decades she has built a reputation as a careful, socially engaged songwriter and a compelling live performer.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" in?

"Come Take A Trip In My Airship" by Natalie Merchant is in D major.

What is the tempo of "Come Take A Trip In My Airship"?

"Come Take A Trip In My Airship" plays at around 143 BPM in 3/4 time.

What chords are in "Come Take A Trip In My Airship"?

The core progression is D, Em, A7, G, Dmaj/5, and A, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Come Take A Trip In My Airship"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, violin, cello, light percussion, and female lead vocal.

Can I get "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" by Natalie Merchant, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Come Take A Trip In My Airship" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 143 BPM in D major with 7 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 "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" 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 "Come Take A Trip In My Airship" on?

"Come Take A Trip In My Airship" appears on Retrospective 1995-2005 (2005).

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?

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