Avenged Sevenfold drum sheet music – note-for-note transcriptions of Nightmare, So Far Away and Shepherd of Fire.
From the heavy, epic metal of “Nightmare” and “Shepherd Of Fire” to the emotional power ballad “So Far Away”, these drum parts – recorded by Mike Portnoy and Arin Ilejay – are great for metal drummers working on power, double bass and dynamics.
All Avenged Sevenfold sheet music is transcribed from the original recordings and delivered as an engraved, print-ready PDF that you can download straight after checkout. Unlike free drum tabs, the notation shows exactly when every note falls. Buy any 3 songs and get a 4th free. Can’t find the song you want? Order a custom drum transcription.
About Avenged Sevenfold
Avenged Sevenfold formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1999. They grew from metalcore into one of the biggest heavy-metal bands of their generation with City of Evil, Avenged Sevenfold, Nightmare and Hail to the King.
After the death of drummer Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan in 2009, Mike Portnoy recorded Nightmare with the band, and Arin Ilejay played on Hail to the King. Their songs are great for metal drummers working on power and double bass.
Drumming on Avenged Sevenfold songs
Mike Portnoy recorded Nightmare following the style of the late Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan, and Arin Ilejay played on Hail to the King. The parts mix heavy metal grooves, double bass and big power-ballad builds.
Avenged Sevenfold drum sheet music in the store
All 3 Avenged Sevenfold songs in the store are transcribed note-for-note from the original recordings:
- Avenged Sevenfold – Nightmare
- Avenged Sevenfold – So Far Away – from Nightmare (2010), drums: Mike Portnoy, rock power ballad
- Avenged Sevenfold – Shepherd of Fire – from Hail To The King (2013), drums: Arin Ilejay, heavy metal
Frequently asked questions about Avenged Sevenfold drum sheet music
Which Avenged Sevenfold song should I learn first on drums?
“So Far Away” is a ballad and the easiest place to start. Then try “Shepherd Of Fire” and the faster “Nightmare”.
Is this Avenged Sevenfold drum sheet music or drum tabs?
It is full drum sheet music – standard drum notation on a five-line staff, transcribed note-for-note from the original recordings. Unlike drum tabs, notation shows the exact rhythm of every note, so you can play the parts exactly as they sound on the record.
Is there a discount for buying several songs?
Yes – buy any 3 songs from the store and the 4th is free. The discount is applied automatically in the cart.
Can I get a Avenged Sevenfold song that is not listed here?
Yes. Order a custom drum transcription of any song on YouTube and it will be transcribed note-for-note for you.