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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Bye And Bye" by Louis Armstrong, in F major at about 187 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Bye And Bye" by Louis Armstrong

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Bye And Bye” by Louis Armstrong.

Bye And Bye
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrejazz · swing · big band
Moodjoyful · energetic · celebratory
Signatureclassic swing big band with Louis Armstrong’s charismatic trumpet leading the way
F major
Key
187
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

F
Ghdim7
B
B7
E
C7
F7
Gm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusInstrumental BreakChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

trumpet
Louis Armstrong’s bright, expressive lead trumpet playing melodic lines and improvisations
vocals
Louis Armstrong’s gravelly, charismatic baritone delivering the lyrics with a conversational, storytelling style
brass section
trumpets, trombones, and saxophones delivering tight, syncopated harmonies and punctuated hits
walking bass
steady, walking bassline anchoring the harmony and groove
drums
driving swing rhythm with ride cymbal pattern, snare accents, and occasional fills
piano
comping with rhythmic chords and occasional fills
Album & artist
ALBUM

Bye and Bye / Poor Old Joe (1940)

All of Bye and Bye / Poor Old Joe
Artist

Louis Armstrong

Louis Armstrong, nicknamed 'Satchmo,' was a jazz trumpeter and vocalist from New Orleans whose career stretched across five decades and multiple eras of American music. He came to prominence in the 1920s with his Hot Five and Hot Seven recordings, establishing himself as one of the first great jazz soloists. Over the years he became a bandleader, singer, film actor, and international star, and his influence spread well beyond jazz into pop and blues.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Bye And Bye" in?

"Bye And Bye" by Louis Armstrong is in F major.

What is the tempo of "Bye And Bye"?

"Bye And Bye" plays at around 187 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Bye And Bye"?

The core progression is F, Ghdim7, B♭, B♭7, E♭, and C7, built around the F major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Bye And Bye"?

The recording features trumpet, brass section, piano, walking bass, drums, and vocals.

Can I get "Bye And Bye" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Bye And Bye" by Louis Armstrong, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Bye And Bye" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Bye And Bye" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 187 BPM in F major with 26 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Bye And Bye" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Bye And Bye" 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 "Bye And Bye" on?

"Bye And Bye" appears on Bye and Bye / Poor Old Joe (1940).

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