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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "A Different Light" by Tom Keifer, in F major at about 71 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "A Different Light" by Tom Keifer

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “A Different Light” by Tom Keifer.

A Different Light by Tom Keifer
Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The acoustic guitar part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · alternative rock · pop rock
Moodhopeful · reflective
Signaturehopeful alternative rock anthem
F major
Key
71
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
Dmaj9
A
Bsus4
B♭
E♭
F
Gm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusVersePre-ChorusChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
steady, driving rock beat
bass guitar
solid, foundational low end
electric guitar
clean, melodic riffs and chordal support
synth pads
warm, atmospheric background texture
synth lead
bright, melodic line that weaves between vocals
electric piano
subtle, chordal accompaniment
Album & artist
ALBUM

The Way Life Goes (2013)

Keifer's debut solo album, released after he had been told by doctors he might never sing again due to a partially paralyzed vocal cord. It takes his hard rock and glam metal roots into a harder, more heartland rock direction across 14 tracks.

All of The Way Life Goes
Artist

Tom Keifer

Tom Keifer is an American rock musician from Springfield, Pennsylvania, best known as the lead singer and primary songwriter of the hard rock band Cinderella. His raspy, powerful voice draws heavily from his love of blues, and that influence runs through both his band work and his solo records. After Cinderella, he pursued a solo career built around the same hard rock foundation but with a broader range of styles.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "A Different Light" in?

"A Different Light" by Tom Keifer is in F major.

What is the tempo of "A Different Light"?

"A Different Light" plays at around 71 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "A Different Light"?

The core progression is E, Dmaj9, A, Bsus4, B♭, and E♭, built around the F major tonal center.

What instruments play on "A Different Light"?

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

Can I get "A Different Light" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "A Different Light" by Tom Keifer, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "A Different Light" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"A Different Light" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 71 BPM in F major with 14 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 "A Different Light" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "A Different Light" 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 "A Different Light" on?

"A Different Light" appears on The Way Life Goes (2013).

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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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

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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