Procol Harum drum sheet music – a note-for-note transcription of Bill Eyden’s drum part on A Whiter Shade of Pale (1967).
A slow, soulful classic with a gentle, steady groove – great for practising feel and touch, and a favourite for wedding and function bands.
All Procol Harum 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 Procol Harum
Procol Harum formed in London in 1967. Their debut single, “A Whiter Shade of Pale”, went to number one in the UK and many other countries and is one of the best-selling singles of all time.
Drumming on Procol Harum songs
Session drummer Bill Eyden played a slow, soulful groove that supports the famous organ melody.
Procol Harum drum sheet music in the store
There is currently one Procol Harum song in the store, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording:
- Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade of Pale – 1967, drums: Bill Eyden, soul / baroque pop, ♩ ≈ 75
Frequently asked questions about Procol Harum drum sheet music
Which Procol Harum song should I learn first on drums?
“A Whiter Shade Of Pale” – a slow, gentle groove for practising feel and touch.
Is this Procol Harum 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 Procol Harum 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.