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Intermediate violin sheet music for "I'm Tore Down" by Eric Clapton, in C major at about 130 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Violin Sheet Music for "I'm Tore Down" by Eric Clapton

Preview of the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement for “I'm Tore Down” by Eric Clapton.

I'm Tore Down
Violin Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The violin 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

Genreblues · rock · classic rock
Moodmelancholic · passionate · raw
Signatureclassic blues‑rock lament with a gritty, soulful edge
C major
Key
130
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

G7
F
C
F7
C7
Fm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice, raw and emotive, delivering the lyrics with a bluesy, slightly raspy timbre
electric guitar
clean, slightly overdriven tone with expressive bends and melodic fills
bass guitar
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
drums
steady, laid‑back rock beat with a solid backbeat
Album & artist
ALBUM

From the Cradle (1994)

Clapton's first all-blues studio album, recorded almost entirely live in the studio with minimal overdubs, drawing on classic Chicago and electric blues material. It won the 1995 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album and reached number one in the UK.

All of From the Cradle
Artist

Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton is a British guitarist and singer-songwriter from Surrey, England, whose work sits at the intersection of blues and rock. He came up through bands like the Yardbirds, John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Cream, and Derek and the Dominos before building a long solo career. His guitar style, built on blues phrasing, rapid runs, and a distinctive vibrato, shaped generations of rock players.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "I'm Tore Down" in?

"I'm Tore Down" by Eric Clapton is in C major.

What is the tempo of "I'm Tore Down"?

"I'm Tore Down" plays at around 130 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "I'm Tore Down"?

The core progression is G7, F, C, F7, C7, and Fm7, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "I'm Tore Down"?

The recording features electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, and vocals.

Can I get "I'm Tore Down" violin sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate violin sheet music arrangement of "I'm Tore Down" by Eric Clapton, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "I'm Tore Down" violin sheet music easy to play?

"I'm Tore Down" violin sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 130 BPM in C major with 6 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 "I'm Tore Down" violin sheet music?

Yes. The beginner violin sheet music for "I'm Tore Down" 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 "I'm Tore Down" on?

"I'm Tore Down" appears on From the Cradle (1994).

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Give it a recording, a YouTube link or an audio file, and its AI transcribes that performance into notation for the instrument and level you choose.

Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

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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.

Is this transcription licensed?

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