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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "Boston Rain Melody" by Steve Vai, in B major at about 136 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "Boston Rain Melody" by Steve Vai

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Boston Rain Melody” by Steve Vai.

Boston Rain Melody by Steve Vai
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

Genreinstrumental rock · progressive rock · jazz fusion
Moodmelancholic · reflective · dramatic
Signaturedramatic instrumental rock with jazz‑fusion flair
B major
Key
136
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
Am7
Amaj7
Bsus4
B
Emaj7
F11
Am7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeSoloOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric guitar
lead voice, expressive phrasing, melodic lines
electric bass
round, syncopated, driving the groove
drums
dynamic, expressive playing, shifting intensity
electric piano
warm, atmospheric pads and melodic fills
synth pads
ambient textures, subtle background
Album & artist
ALBUM

Naked Tracks, Vol. 3: Fire Garden / Plus (2013)

All of Naked Tracks, Vol. 3: Fire Garden / Plus
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 "Boston Rain Melody" in?

"Boston Rain Melody" by Steve Vai is in B major.

What is the tempo of "Boston Rain Melody"?

"Boston Rain Melody" plays at around 136 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Boston Rain Melody"?

The core progression is E, A♭m7, Amaj7, Bsus4, B, and Emaj7, built around the B major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Boston Rain Melody"?

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

Can I get "Boston Rain Melody" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Boston Rain Melody" by Steve Vai, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Boston Rain Melody" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Boston Rain Melody" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 136 BPM in B major with 24 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 "Boston Rain Melody" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Boston Rain Melody" 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 "Boston Rain Melody" on?

"Boston Rain Melody" appears on Naked Tracks, Vol. 3: Fire Garden / Plus (2013).

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