Product Description
This is a professionally engraved sheet music transcription and simplified bass arrangement for 4-string electric bass in standard tuning (E A D G) of the track Passive Manipulation by the legendary garage rock duo The White Stripes. Originally released on their groundbreaking 2005 album "Get Behind Me Satan," this unique track blends elements of blues, punk rock, country, garage, and minimalism, and it stands out for its raw emotional delivery, sparse instrumentation, and unconventional form.
This version has been arranged in the key of C# Major / A# Minor, preserving the harmonic essence of the original while adapting the material to the electric bass in a way thats musically satisfying and technically accessible. The transcription includes complete standard notation and tablature (TAB), making it suitable for a wide variety of musicians, from self-taught learners to trained bassists and music educators.
The original performance, led by Meg Whites haunting vocal and minimalist piano line, has been thoughtfully translated to the bass guitar. This simplified version captures the core harmonic movement, phrasing, and rhythmic feel while avoiding unnecessary complexity, allowing bass players to focus on groove, tone, and expression. This makes it an excellent choice for beginner to intermediate players who are looking to explore the minimalist style of The White Stripes while improving timing, note placement, and musical interpretation.
This arrangement is ideal for use in music lessons, individual study, performance settings, cover bands, and classroom environments. It respects the raw aesthetic of The White Stripes while providing a reliable and easy-to-follow written format. Musicians will appreciate the clear layout, clean engraving, and attention to musical detail, which provide a strong foundation for performance and practice.
The piece is short, direct, and emotionally loaded and this arrangement reflects all of that, helping the bass guitar take on a more active harmonic role without overpowering the songs original minimalism. Its perfect for those studying songform, texture, minimalistic accompaniment, and alternative rock aesthetics.
This is an officially licensed product and is ready for immediate download and printing in PDF format. Its a must-have for any bassist or music educator exploring The White Stripes catalog, and a great addition to any alternative, indie, punk, or blues rock repertoire.
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