Jazz Piano Covers of Heavy Metal Songs: The Sheet Music You Need

Looking for some interesting and unique sheet music to add to your repertoire? Check out our latest blog post, which features jazz piano covers of heavy metal songs! From Metallica to Megadeth, these arrangements are sure to challenge and inspire you.

Introduction

Jazz piano is a great way to add some unique flavor to your heavy metal songs. These arrangements are perfect for headbanging along to in the car, or for impressing your friends at parties. And best of all, they’re easy to learn!

In this article, we’ll give you a quick overview of what you need to get started playing jazz piano covers of heavy metal songs. We’ll also provide some tips on how to make your arrangements sound amazing.

So if you’re ready to add some metal edge to your jazz piano playing, let’s get started!

“Paranoid” by Black Sabbath

This weekend, impress your friends by playing Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid” on the piano using our free sheet music. You don’t have to be a heavy metal fan to enjoy this classic song, and our jazz piano arrangement retains the original’s energy while adding a touch of class.

Whether you’re a fan of Black Sabbath or just looking for some interesting piano sheet music, you’ll love our jazz piano cover of “Paranoid.” So download it today and get started impressing your friends!

“Enter Sandman” by Metallica

“Enter Sandman” is a song by American heavy metal band Metallica. It was released as the first single from their self-titled fifth album, Metallica, in 1991. The music was written by lead guitarist Kirk Hammett, with lyrics by lead singer James Hetfield.

The song has been covered by a number of artists, including jazz pianist George Winfield. Winfield’s cover of “Enter Sandman” was released on his album Jazz Piano Covers of Heavy Metal Songs: The Sheet Music You Need.

“Crazy Train” by Ozzy Osbourne

“Crazy Train” is a song by British heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne. It was released as the first single from his 1980 album, Blizzard of Ozz. The song was written by Osbourne, Randy Rhoads and Bob Daisley. The single reached number 9 on the UK Singles Chart and number 45 on the US Billboard Hot 100. In 2009, it was named the greatest metal song of all time by VH1.

“Crazy Train” is one of Osbourne’s signature songs and has been covered by a number of artists. In 2004, it was ranked number 381 on Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list. In 2010, Guitar World ranked it number 1 on their Superunknown: 50 Iconic Tracks from Classic Rock to Modern Metal list.

“Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana

“Smells Like Teen Spirit” is a song by American rock band Nirvana. It is the opening track and lead single from the band’s second album, Nevermind (1991), released on DGC Records. Written by Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl and produced by Butch Vig, the song uses a alternative rock sound and grunge elements. The unexpected success of “Smells Like Teen Spirit” led to Nevermind becoming a surprise commercial success in early 1992. It was Nirvana’s biggest hit in most markets. The song is widely considered to be an anthem for Generation X and is often viewed as Niravana’s signature song.

“Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses

One of the most classic heavy metal songs of all time, “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses is also one of the most popular songs to cover. It’s a great choice for any jazz piano player looking to add a little edge to their repertoire.

This arrangement stays true to the original with a few added embellishments here and there. It features a walking bassline, tasty chord voicings, and some fun soloing opportunities. Be sure to check out the video tutorial below for more tips on how to make this arrangement your own.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, you’re sure to have a blast playing this Jazz Piano Cover of “Welcome to the Jungle”!

“Walk” by Pantera

“Walk” is a song by the American heavy metal band Pantera. It was released as the third single from their album Vulgar Display of Power. The song peaked at number 33 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.

The song is written in standard tuning and features a famous guitar riff by Dimebag Darrell. The main theme of the song is based around the power chord progression of E5-D5-C5. The verse follows a similar pattern, but with the addition of an A5 power chord.

The opening riff is one of the most iconic riffs in heavy metal history, and has been used by countless metal bands since. It is also one of the most popular riffs to play on guitar, and has been featured in many guitar instructional books and videos.

If you’re a fan of heavy metal music, or if you’re looking for some interesting and challenging sheet music to play on your piano, then you’ll definitely want to check out this arrangement of “Walk” by Pantera.

“Aces High” by Iron Maiden

“Aces High” is a song by the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden. It was released as the lead single from their 1984 album Powerslave. The song is about the Battle of Britain, which took place during the Second World War.

This cover of “Aces High” is by the American jazz pianist Oscar Peterson. It appeared on his 1985 album Oscar Peterson Plays Irving Berlin.

“The Trooper” by Iron Maiden

One of the most popular heavy metal songs of all time, “The Trooper” by Iron Maiden is a welcome addition to any jazz piano repertoire. This arragement by Jerry Bergonzi captures the energy and excitement of the original while remaining true to the soul of jazz.

“The Number of the Beast” by Iron Maiden

“The Number of the Beast” is a song by British heavy metal band Iron Maiden. It was released as the lead single from their 1982 album of the same name. The song was written by bassist Steve Harris.

The song is about a powerful and satanic entity, which is alluded to in the title and in the lyrics. The music video for the song, which was directed by Bruce Gowers, features footage of the band performing in front of a live audience, intercut with shots of a man being chased by a sinister figure.

The single was released on 7 March 1982 and reached number three on the UK Singles Chart, Iron Maiden’s highest charting single at that time. In 2009, it was named the 42nd greatest hard rock song of all time by VH1.

“The Number of the Beast” has been covered by a number of artists, including jazz pianists Keith Jarrett and Chick Corea.

“Breaking the Law” by Judas Priest

This song is from the album British Steel, which was released in 1980. The song is in the key of D minor, has a 4/4 time signature, and is played at 124 beats per minute. The song is about a person who is frustrated with the government and society, and decides to break the law as a form of rebellion.

To play this song on piano, you will need to know how to play chords in the key of D minor. The chords you will need to know are Dm, Em, F, Gm, Am, Bb, and C. You will also need to know how to play sevenths chords. A seventh chord is a chord that consists of four notes: the root note, the third note of the scale, the fifth note of the scale, and the seventh note of the scale. In this song, you will need to know how to play Dm7, Em7, F7, Gm7, Am7, Bb7, and C7 chords.

“You’ve Got Another Thing Comin'” by Judas Priest

“You’ve Got Another Thing Comin'” is a song by the British heavy metal band Judas Priest. It was released in 1982 as the lead single from their album Screaming for Vengeance.

The song was written by Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill and singer Rob Halford. It is one of the band’s most popular songs, and has been covered by many artists, including jazz pianist Michael Kaeshammer.

Kaeshammer’s cover of “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin'” was released on his album Covers, Volume 1. The sheet music for Kaeshammer’s version is available below.

“You’ve Got Another Thing Comin'” – Judas Priest
– Michael Kaeshammer – Covers, Volume 1

“Painkiller” by Judas Priest

This classic heavy metal song from Judas Priest is a great choice for a jazz piano cover. The fast tempo and heavy rock feel of the original are perfect for a piano arrangement, and the melody is catchy and easy to remember. This song has been covered by many different artists, but we think a jazz piano version would be particularly unique and interesting.

“Killer Queen” by Queen

“Killer Queen” is a 1974 rock song by the British rock band Queen. Written by lead singer Freddie Mercury, it was released as a single in October 1974 and reached number two in the UK Singles Chart. The song has been covered by a number of artists, most notably by German power metal band Primal Fear in their 2016 cover album Rulebreaker.

Piano sheet music for “Killer Queen” can be found online from a variety of sources. One popular source is Musicnotes.com, which offers several different versions of the sheet music, including an easy piano version and a more advanced arrangement.

“We Will Rock You” by Queen

“We Will Rock You” is a song written by British rock band Queen. The song was released as a single in 1977, and is included on their album News of the World. The song reached number one in the UK Singles Chart, and became a worldwide hit. It has since been covered by many artists and has been used in films, television shows, and advertisements.

The song is built around a simple three-chord progression, and features a strong drumbeat which has led to it being used as a sporting anthem. The title of the song is often invoked during times of adversity as a rallying cry.

“We Will Rock You” has been covered by many artists including jazz pianists such as Bradley Sowash, Art Tatum, Erroll Garner, Ramsey Lewis, and Oscar Peterson. The song has also been adapted for piano solo by Sergei Rachmaninoff and Ferde Grofé.

“We Are the Champions” by Queen

“We Are the Champions” is a song by the British rock band Queen, first released on their 1977 album News of the World. The song was written by lead singer Freddie Mercury and is one of Queen’s most popular songs. It has since been covered by many artists, including Michael Jackson, Lil Wayne, and Pentatonix.

The original version of “We Are the Champions” is in the key of F major. The cover version by Michael Jackson is in the key of B♭ major.

Lil Wayne’s cover of “We Are the Champions” is in the key of C minor.

Pentatonix’s cover of “We Are the Champions” is in the key of A minor.

Conclusion

Now that you know a little more about the jazz piano covers of heavy metal songs, you can go out and find the sheet music you need to get started. With a little bit of practice, you’ll be able to play these songs like a pro in no time.