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Intermediate trumpet sheet music for "Never Stop Believing" by Ted Nugent, in C major at about 167 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Trumpet Sheet Music for "Never Stop Believing" by Ted Nugent

Preview of the intermediate trumpet sheet music arrangement for “Never Stop Believing” by Ted Nugent.

Never Stop Believing
Trumpet Sheet Music

B transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The trumpet part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · alternative rock · post‑grunge
Moodhopeful · determined · anthemic
Signatureanthemic rock anthem with soaring vocals and layered guitars
C major
Key
167
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
Gmaj/3
Am
F
G
A
N
E
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeGuitar soloChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
powerful, driving rock kit with punchy kick and crisp snare
electric guitars
distorted rhythm guitars providing chunky power‑chord riffs, plus melodic lead lines and a soaring solo
bass guitar
solid, round low‑end that locks tightly with the drums
vocals
male lead with a strong, clear, slightly raspy timbre; melodic, anthemic delivery with sustained notes and occasional vocal bursts
synth pads
subtle atmospheric pads that add depth and a slight ambient texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

Shutup&Jam! (2014)

Nugent's fourteenth studio album, his first since Love Grenade in 2007, features 13 tracks of straightforward hard rock. Sammy Hagar guests on one track, and longtime collaborator Derek St. Holmes contributes rhythm guitar and vocals.

All of Shutup&Jam!
Artist

Ted Nugent

Ted Nugent is an American rock guitarist and singer from Detroit, Michigan, born in 1948. He got his start as lead guitarist of the Amboy Dukes in the 1960s before going solo, building a catalog of high-energy hard rock across decades. Albums like Cat Scratch Fever (1977) and the live record Double Live Gonzo! (1978) established him as a fixture of American rock guitar.

All Ted Nugent songs
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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Never Stop Believing" in?

"Never Stop Believing" by Ted Nugent is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Never Stop Believing"?

"Never Stop Believing" plays at around 167 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Never Stop Believing"?

The core progression is C, Gmaj/3, Am, F, G, and A, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Never Stop Believing"?

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

Can I get "Never Stop Believing" trumpet sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate trumpet sheet music arrangement of "Never Stop Believing" by Ted Nugent, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Never Stop Believing" trumpet sheet music easy to play?

"Never Stop Believing" trumpet sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 167 BPM in C major with 10 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 "Never Stop Believing" trumpet sheet music?

Yes. The beginner trumpet sheet music for "Never Stop Believing" 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 "Never Stop Believing" on?

"Never Stop Believing" appears on Shutup&Jam! (2014).

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How accurate is the transcription?

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