Product Description
Drum Sheet Music Simplified Arrangement and Full Drum Transcription of How Do You Sleep? by John Lennon (from the 1971 album Imagine) Classic Rock / Psychedelic Rock Drum Chart Beginner to Intermediate Level Printable PDF Standard Drum Notation
Step into the bold and raw sonic landscape of John Lennons solo career with this exclusive drum sheet music for the legendary track How Do You Sleep?, originally released on his iconic 1971 album Imagine. Known for its sharp lyrical bite and groovy, hypnotic instrumental feel, this track features a compelling drum performance that blends laid-back rock grooves, funky accents, and subtle rhythmic shifts, masterfully executed by legendary drummer Jim Keltner.
This sheet music product includes both a simplified drum arrangementideal for beginner and intermediate drummersand a full note-for-note drum transcription of the original studio recording, formatted in standard drum notation and delivered as a high-resolution printable PDF.
Ideal for:
Beginner and intermediate drummers looking for a simplified yet faithful version that captures the essence of the groove
Advanced drummers, educators, and fans of The Beatles and Lennon who want a precise, full transcription for study or performance
Players seeking to understand 1970s rock drumming, classic groove development, and song-driven percussion techniques
Whether youre practicing for a live tribute, teaching 20th-century rock grooves, or studying the subtle magic of Jim Keltners drumming, this sheet will guide you through each section with clarity and precision.
Product Features:
Includes both a simplified drum arrangement and a full transcription of How Do You Sleep?
Based on the original 1971 studio version from Imagine by John Lennon
All song sections are covered: intro, verses, instrumental passages, bridge, guitar solo, and outro
Accurate notation of grooves, fills, ghost notes, accents, and dynamic phrasing
Designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced drummers
Provided as a professional, print-ready PDF for digital or physical use
About the Song:
How Do You Sleep? is one of the most controversial and musically compelling tracks of John Lennons post-Beatles career. With its slow-burning funk-rock foundation, bluesy slide guitar (played by George Harrison), and biting lyrics, the song stands out not only for its message but also for its laid-back yet powerful instrumentation. The drums provide a steady backbone, full of feel, space, and soulful restrainta masterclass in playing for the song rather than over it.
This transcription captures that essence perfectly, allowing you to relive and reinterpret a moment from rock history while honing groove, timing, and taste.
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