It's A Heartache by Bonnie Tyler Double Bass - Digital Sheet Music

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Simplified Bass Guitar Sheet Music – “It’s a Heartache” by Bonnie Tyler – 4-String Bass Transcription in Standard E Tuning – Key of E Major / C# Minor – From the 1978 Album Natural Force

This is a professionally crafted simplified bass transcription and sheet music arrangement for 4-string electric bass, designed specifically for the timeless hit “It’s a Heartache” by legendary Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler. Released in 1978 on her internationally successful album Natural Force, this iconic ballad became one of the biggest-selling singles of the late 1970s and remains a staple of soft rock and pop-country repertoires to this day.

This arrangement is written in standard bass tuning (E–A–D–G) and preserves the original key of E major / relative C# minor, giving players the authentic harmonic structure of the recording. The bass line is accurately transcribed and thoughtfully simplified to accommodate intermediate-level players, students, and musicians seeking performance-ready material. Whether you’re learning by ear, developing sight-reading skills, or preparing for live performance, this sheet music provides the perfect balance of musical accuracy and playability.

“It’s a Heartache” showcases Bonnie Tyler’s signature raspy vocals and heartfelt delivery, combining elements of pop, country, and soft rock with a melodic yet grounded instrumental arrangement. The bass part in this song plays a crucial role, offering a steady rhythmic foundation that drives the emotional arc without overpowering the vocals or acoustic textures. This simplified version maintains the song’s rhythmic essence and harmonic depth, making it suitable for solo study, performance in cover bands, music education, or acoustic unplugged settings.

Professionally engraved and clearly notated, this score includes all the essential bass movements and rhythm placements, ensuring it sounds true to the original but remains accessible and enjoyable to play. It’s ideal for those who want to add a classic ballad with cross-genre appeal to their musical library — whether you're a music teacher, gigging bassist, or hobbyist.

Features:

Simplified and accurate transcription of “It’s a Heartache” for 4-string bass
Key: E Major / C# Minor – standard to the original recording
Standard tuning: E–A–D–G
Perfect for intermediate players, students, and teachers
Great for live performances, lessons, recitals, and studio sessions
Preserves the feel and structure of the original bass line
Professionally formatted, clean and easy-to-read sheet music

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