Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Hold The Line” by Toto.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Toto (1978)
The band's debut, released on Columbia Records in October 1978, mixed soft pop with synth and hard-rock elements and produced three top-50 singles including 'Hold the Line', which spent six weeks in the US top 10. Critics were cool on it at first, but it built a strong following and established the band's signature sound.
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Toto is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1977 by a group of seasoned session musicians. Their music pulls from pop, rock, R&B, soul, and hard rock, giving them a sound that sits somewhere between arena rock and polished studio craft. They have released 14 studio albums and sold over 40 million records worldwide.
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Good to know
What key is "Hold The Line" in?
"Hold The Line" by Toto is in F♯ minor.
What is the tempo of "Hold The Line"?
"Hold The Line" plays at around 94 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Hold The Line"?
The core progression is N, F♯min/5, Bm7, Emaj/5, Esus4, and D, built around the F♯ minor tonal center.
What instruments play on "Hold The Line"?
The recording features drums, bass, electric guitars, piano, and vocals.
Can I get "Hold The Line" bass guitar sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Hold The Line" by Toto, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Hold The Line" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?
"Hold The Line" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 94 BPM in F♯ minor with 16 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 "Hold The Line" bass guitar sheet music?
Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Hold The Line" 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 "Hold The Line" on?
"Hold The Line" appears on Toto (1978).
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