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Intermediate drums sheet music for "Night Comes Down" by Judas Priest, in E minor at about 97 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "Night Comes Down" by Judas Priest

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Night Comes Down” by Judas Priest.

Night Comes Down
Drums Sheet Music

PercussionMid-staff range

The drums part reads from percussion, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreHeavy Metal · Traditional Heavy Metal · Classic Heavy Metal
Mooddark · melancholic · powerful
Signaturedark, powerful, classic heavy metal anthem
E minor
Key
97
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

N
Em7
D
Amin/b3
Bm
C
A
B
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusVersePre-ChorusChorusBridgeGuitar SoloChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
layered rhythm and lead guitars with heavy distortion, providing the main riff and soaring solos
drums
acoustic drum kit with a driving kick, snare, and cymbals, delivering a solid 4/4 rock beat
bass guitar
solid, punchy bass line that locks with the drums to form a tight rhythm section
vocals
male lead vocals with a strong, slightly raspy timbre, delivering melodic lines with emotional intensity
Album & artist
ALBUM

Defenders of the Faith (1984)

Defenders of the Faith followed directly in the vein of Screaming for Vengeance, delivering another set of hard, punchy metal songs aimed squarely at their growing arena audience. It has aged well and features consistently strong songwriting throughout.

All of Defenders of the Faith
Artist

Judas Priest

Judas Priest are a heavy metal band from Birmingham, England, formed in 1969. They helped define the sound and look of heavy metal through the late 1970s and 1980s, building a catalog of hard-riffing records with Rob Halford's wide-ranging vocals at the center. Over more than five decades they have gone through lineup changes and stylistic shifts but remained one of the most influential acts in the genre.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Night Comes Down" in?

"Night Comes Down" by Judas Priest is in E minor.

What is the tempo of "Night Comes Down"?

"Night Comes Down" plays at around 97 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Night Comes Down"?

The core progression is N, Em7, D, Amin/b3, Bm, and C, built around the E minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Night Comes Down"?

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

Can I get "Night Comes Down" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Night Comes Down" by Judas Priest, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Night Comes Down" drums sheet music easy to play?

"Night Comes Down" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 97 BPM in E minor 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 "Night Comes Down" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Night Comes 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 "Night Comes Down" on?

"Night Comes Down" appears on Defenders of the Faith (1984).

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