Product Description
This is a professional sheet music transcription and simplified arrangement for 4-string bass guitar in standard E tuning of Moonlight by global pop, R&B, dance, and trap icon Ariana Grande. Carefully prepared to ensure accuracy and clarity, this edition provides a highly playable yet faithful version of one of the most elegant and intimate tracks from her critically acclaimed 2016 album Dangerous Woman.
Written in G# Major / F Minor, this transcription captures the smooth harmonic movement, lyrical feel, and warm groove of the original track. Every note has been precisely aligned to match the recording, offering bassists a reliable chart for practice, study, and live performance. The simplified approach maintains the essential melodic lines and rhythmic foundation while remaining approachable for both intermediate learners and professional musicians.
The arrangement has been designed to balance authenticity with technical accessibility. It highlights Ariana Grandes delicate pop-R&B phrasing, giving players the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of tone, timing, and expressive bass performance. Whether you are working through personal study, performing with a band, recording in a studio, or teaching lessons, this edition provides everything you need to perform Moonlight confidently.
The clean engraving and professional formatting make this sheet music easy to read both in printed form and on digital devices. With precise rhythmic notation, well-organized page layout, and clear finger positioning, it is perfect for musicians looking for an edition that is as practical as it is accurate.
This transcription allows bassists to refine fingerstyle technique, improve rhythmic consistency, and strengthen knowledge of contemporary pop and R&B bass lines. It is a must-have for fans of Ariana Grande and for players who want to add an elegant, modern ballad to their repertoire while learning directly from the harmonic and rhythmic language of one of todays top pop artists.
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