Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Ascending” by Terry Oldfield.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Ethereal
A spacious, lightly arranged recording that leans into quiet, airy textures suited to meditation or relaxation. It received notably warm listener ratings among Oldfield's mid-2000s catalog.
All of EtherealTerry Oldfield
Terry Oldfield is an English new age composer and musician born on 12 August 1949, and a brother of Mike Oldfield and Sally Oldfield. He plays flute across several styles including bamboo, alto, and bass flute, and has built a career around meditative and ambient instrumental music. Over the course of his career he has composed music for more than 80 film and television productions and sold over two million albums.
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Good to know
What key is "Ascending" in?
"Ascending" by Terry Oldfield is in C minor.
What is the tempo of "Ascending"?
"Ascending" plays at around 34 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Ascending"?
The core progression is Cm and N, built around the C minor tonal center.
What instruments play on "Ascending"?
The recording features flute, synth pad, synth bass, synth strings, and percussion.
Can I get "Ascending" double bass sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Ascending" by Terry Oldfield, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Ascending" double bass sheet music easy to play?
"Ascending" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 34 BPM in C minor with 2 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 "Ascending" double bass sheet music?
Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Ascending" 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 "Ascending" on?
"Ascending" appears on Ethereal (null).
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