Mystery Songs
Free Bassoon Sheet Music
I’ve transcribed some of my favorite tunes from film, tv, games, and more for bassoon! Can you guess the name of these famous melodies? Try sightreading a mystery song and find out.
Mystery Song #43
Hint: I’m not superstitious, but I am a little stitious.
Pro-tip: Flick high A, B-flat, and C with the correct left-hand thumb keys to ensure those notes speak clearly with a good tone.
Mystery Song #36
Hint: A tune from Jazz Impressions of a Boy Named Charlie Brown?
Pro-Tip: Follow the articulations carefully in this piece to give a more jazzy, upbeat feel.
Mystery Song #34
Hint: What’s the point of being clever if you can’t prove it?
Pro-Tip: This melody has a nice bounce to it! Keep your fingers light and don’t let the notes drag behind.
Mystery Song #24
Hint: “Winter is coming.”
Pro-Tip: Play long, connected phrases. Keep the air moving through the ties!
Mystery Song #14
Hint: They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, they’re all together ooky.
Pro-Tip: Add some finger snaps during the rests and don’t forget to swing your 8th notes!
Mystery Song #13
Hint: Longest running primetime animated series!
Pro-Tip: Use a large half hole on the upper F-sharp to help it speak without cracking.
Mystery Song #12
Hint: Famous feline detective films and cartoons.
Pro-Tip: Swing the 8th notes in this piece to give it a more jazzy feel.
Mystery Song #11
Hint: Jinkies. Looks like we’ve got another mystery on our hands!
Pro-Tip: Count your ties and subdivide your 8th notes.
Mystery Song #10
Hint: Yabba dabba doo!
Pro-Tip: Flick your B-flats in this piece to ensure they don’t crack!
Mystery Song #6
Hint: Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?
Pro-Tip: Check your key signature before you start!