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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "Native Son" by Bryan Adams, in A major at about 111 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "Native Son" by Bryan Adams

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Native Son” by Bryan Adams.

Native Son
Tenor Sax Sheet Music

B transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The tenor sax part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · pop · arena rock
Moodanthemic · energetic · patriotic
SignatureBryan Adams' classic arena anthem
A major
Key
111
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
D
Fm
E
Fm7
Bm7
Bm
Dmaj9
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-chorusChorusVersePre-chorusChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
steady, driving rock beat
electric guitars
layered rhythm and lead parts, crunchy tone
bass guitar
solid, foundational low end
vocals
male lead with strong, clear, emotive delivery
piano
bright, melodic accompaniment
synth pads
subtle atmospheric background
Album & artist
ALBUM

Into the Fire (1987)

Into the Fire is Bryan Adams's fifth studio album, co-written with longtime collaborator Jim Vallance and released on A&M Records. It followed the massive success of Reckless and reached number seven on the US Billboard 200, spawning six singles including 'Heat of the Night' and 'Hearts on Fire'.

All of Into the Fire
Artist

Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams is a Canadian rock singer and songwriter from Vancouver, British Columbia. He makes arena-friendly rock with straightforward lyrics, built around guitar-driven hooks and big choruses. He had a string of major commercial successes through the 1980s and has remained one of Canada's best-selling artists.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Native Son" in?

"Native Son" by Bryan Adams is in A major.

What is the tempo of "Native Son"?

"Native Son" plays at around 111 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Native Son"?

The core progression is A, D, F♯m, E, F♯m7, and Bm7, built around the A major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Native Son"?

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

Can I get "Native Son" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Native Son" by Bryan Adams, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Native Son" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"Native Son" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 111 BPM in A major with 9 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 "Native Son" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Native Son" 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 "Native Son" on?

"Native Son" appears on Into the Fire (1987).

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What instruments and formats are available?

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

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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.

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