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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Call It Sleep" by Steve Vai, in D major at about 103 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Call It Sleep" by Steve Vai

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Call It Sleep” by Steve Vai.

Call It Sleep by Steve Vai
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

Genreinstrumental rock · progressive metal · shred guitar
Moodintense · technical · virtuosic
Signatureshred guitar instrumental with complex, evolving sections
D major
Key
103
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

B7
E
Em
Cmaj7
B♭
Amaj7
F♯m7
Em7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeSoloOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

lead electric guitar
highly distorted, expressive, and technically demanding, carrying the main melodic and harmonic material
rhythm electric guitar
provides tight, syncopated chordal support and occasional melodic fills
drums
dynamic, precise, and powerful, featuring intricate fills and shifting accents that match the guitar's complexity
bass guitar
solid, driving low end that locks with the drums to reinforce the groove
synth pads
subtle atmospheric layers that add depth and texture without detracting from the guitar focus
Album & artist
ALBUM

Flex‐Able (1984)

All of Flex‐Able
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 "Call It Sleep" in?

"Call It Sleep" by Steve Vai is in D major.

What is the tempo of "Call It Sleep"?

"Call It Sleep" plays at around 103 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Call It Sleep"?

The core progression is B7, E, Em, Cmaj7, B♭, and Amaj7, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Call It Sleep"?

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

Can I get "Call It Sleep" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Call It Sleep" by Steve Vai, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Call It Sleep" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Call It Sleep" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 103 BPM in D major with 17 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 "Call It Sleep" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Call It Sleep" 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 "Call It Sleep" on?

"Call It Sleep" appears on Flex‐Able (1984).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

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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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