Uptown Funk Sheet Music for Clarinet – Starting Note is E

Get the sheet music for Bruno Mars’ “Uptown Funk” for clarinet, starting on E.

Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson

“Uptown Funk” is a song recorded by British record producer Mark Ronson and American singer and songwriter Bruno Mars, for Ronson’s fourth studio album, Uptown Special (2015). The song was released as the album’s lead single on 10 November 2014. The song was written by Ronson, Mars, Philip Lawrence, Jeff Bhasker, and Devon Gallaspy. “Uptown Funk” became a worldwide commercial success, peaked at number one in several countries including the United States, United Kingdom and Canada. It topped the US Billboard Hot 100 chart for 14 consecutive weeks. The single also won two Grammy Awards: Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.

Sheet Music for Clarinet

Are you looking for sheet music for your clarinet? Check out our collection of uptown funk sheet music for clarinet! Our starting note is E, which makes it easy for beginners to follow along.

Starting Note is E

This particular arrangement of “Uptown Funk” starts on note E for the clarinet. This means that the first note you will play is an E, which is concert pitch (the pitch that all instruments tune to). The starting note for this song can be found in the key of G major or E minor.

How to Play Uptown Funk on the Clarinet

Musicnotes.com, the world’s largest digital sheet music retailer, offers Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars in a downloadable PDF. The PDF includes the full sheet music, so you can follow along with the video. The starting note for this particular arrangement is E.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Assuming you already know how to play the clarinet, here are the step-by-step instructions on how to play Uptown Funk:

1. Find the starting note, which is E.

2. Play the notes in order: E, G#, B, D.

3. Repeat step 2 until you reach the end of the song.

Tips and Tricks

If you’re a beginner clarinetist, playing “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars can be a great way to improve your skills. This popular song is catchy and fun to play, and it’s not too difficult to learn. Here are some tips and tricks to help you play “Uptown Funk” on the clarinet:

-Start by practicing the opening riff. This is the most iconic part of the song, so nailing it will make you sound more like a pro.
-Pay attention to the dynamics. The verses are mostly soft, while the chorus is loud and powerful. Make sure you can transition between the two without losing your place.
-Get comfortable with slurs. This song uses a lot of them, so it’s a good opportunity to practice using them correctly.
-The last verse includes some quick 16th notes. Don’t get tripped up by them – take your time and practice slowly at first until you get the hang of it.

With these tips in mind, grab your clarinet and give “Uptown Funk” a try!