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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Expanding" by Terry Oldfield, in C major at about 66 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Expanding" by Terry Oldfield

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Expanding” by Terry Oldfield.

Expanding
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

Genreambient · new age · world
Moodethereal · meditative · contemplative
Signatureevolving ambient soundscape with a haunting flute melody
C major
Key
66
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Cmaj7
Form

Structure & dynamics

Ambient introFlute themeGradual buildPeak textureSlow fade
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

flute
a solo, breathy flute carries a slow, mournful melody
synth pads
lush, slowly evolving pads fill the stereo field with warm, sustained tones
field recordings
subtle ocean wave sounds provide an organic, immersive backdrop
percussion
very sparse, low‑level percussive clicks and soft shakers add a faint rhythmic pulse
Album & artist
ALBUM

Sacred Touch: Music for Massage

This 2019 release on Global Spirit Records collects 11 tracks totaling about 59 minutes, designed to accompany massage and relaxation. It continues Oldfield's long-running focus on slow, spacious flute-led music suited to therapeutic settings.

All of Sacred Touch: Music for Massage
Artist

Terry 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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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Expanding" in?

"Expanding" by Terry Oldfield is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Expanding"?

"Expanding" plays at around 66 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Expanding"?

The core progression is Cmaj7, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Expanding"?

The recording features flute, synth pads, field recordings, and percussion.

Can I get "Expanding" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Expanding" by Terry Oldfield, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Expanding" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Expanding" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 66 BPM in C major with 1 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 "Expanding" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Expanding" 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 "Expanding" on?

"Expanding" appears on Sacred Touch: Music for Massage (null).

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