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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" by Otis Spann, in C major at about 120 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" by Otis Spann

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “I'm A Dues Payin' Man” by Otis Spann.

I'm A Dues Payin' Man by Otis Spann
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

Genreblues · jazz · soul
Moodgroovy · upbeat · confident
Signatureclassic blues‑jazz groove with a soulful edge
C major
Key
120
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C7
F
G7
F7
C
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusInstrumental BreakChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric bass
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
vocals
male lead voice, clear and soulful, delivering the lyrics with a confident, slightly gritty timbre
drums
steady, swinging 4/4 beat with crisp snare and hi‑hat patterns
piano
bright, percussive chords and melodic fills that reinforce the blues‑jazz harmony
electric guitar
clean, rhythmic comping and occasional melodic fills
tenor saxophone
smooth, expressive lead lines and improvisational solos
Album & artist
ALBUM

Sweet Giant of the Blues (1970)

Recorded in New York in 1969 and released posthumously on the BluesTime label, this album finds Spann in loose, wide-ranging form, touching on Latin rhythms, rhumba, and rock and roll alongside his core Chicago blues style. It stands as one of his last recordings and a solid showcase of his piano playing and vocals.

All of Sweet Giant of the Blues
Artist

Otis Spann

Otis Spann was a blues pianist and vocalist from Mississippi who became a central figure in postwar Chicago blues. He spent much of his career as a key member of the Muddy Waters band, and was later recognized as the first pianist inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame. His playing combined rock-solid rhythm with expressive solo work, and he recorded a strong run of albums under his own name in the final years of his life.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" in?

"I'm A Dues Payin' Man" by Otis Spann is in C major.

What is the tempo of "I'm A Dues Payin' Man"?

"I'm A Dues Payin' Man" plays at around 120 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "I'm A Dues Payin' Man"?

The core progression is C7, F, G7, F7, and C, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "I'm A Dues Payin' Man"?

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

Can I get "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" by Otis Spann, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"I'm A Dues Payin' Man" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 120 BPM in C major with 5 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" 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 "I'm A Dues Payin' Man" on?

"I'm A Dues Payin' Man" appears on Sweet Giant of the Blues (1970).

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