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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Angel Food" by Steve Vai, in A minor at about 150 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Angel Food" by Steve Vai

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Angel Food” by Steve Vai.

Angel Food by Steve Vai
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genreinstrumental rock · progressive metal · shred guitar
Moodtechnical · intense · virtuosic
Signaturehigh‑octane shred instrumental
A minor
Key
150
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
C
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroMain ThemeDevelopmentSolo SectionRecapOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric guitar
lead voice, delivering rapid, intricate melodic lines and extended shredding solos
drums
dynamic, complex patterns with frequent syncopation and rapid fills
bass guitar
tight, articulate low‑end that locks with the drums to form a driving foundation
synth pads
subtle atmospheric layers that add depth and texture without detracting from the guitar
Album & artist
ALBUM

Where the Wild Things Are (2009)

All of Where the Wild Things Are
Artist

Steve Vai

Steve Vai is a guitarist, songwriter, and producer from Long Island, New York, who started playing at age 11 and studied under Joe Satriani before attending the Berklee College of Music. He worked with Frank Zappa in the early 1980s and later played with David Lee Roth and Whitesnake before building a long solo career rooted in rock and heavy metal. His solo records are known for technical guitar work, adventurous song structures, and a wide range of tones and textures.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Angel Food" in?

"Angel Food" by Steve Vai is in A minor.

What is the tempo of "Angel Food"?

"Angel Food" plays at around 150 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Angel Food"?

The core progression is E and C, built around the A minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Angel Food"?

The recording features electric guitar, drums, bass guitar, and synth pads.

Can I get "Angel Food" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Angel Food" by Steve Vai, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Angel Food" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Angel Food" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 150 BPM in A minor with 2 core chords, 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 "Angel Food" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Angel Food" 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 "Angel Food" on?

"Angel Food" appears on Where the Wild Things Are (2009).

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