Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden)
Bright and quick, with a melody that reaches upward – the counterpart to the sombre “Sadness and Sorrow" from the same series.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Ikimono-gakari
- Year
- 2008
- Origin
- Opening theme of the anime series
- Key
- A major
- Level
- Intermediate
- Keys recommended
- 76
How difficult is it?
A brisk tempo with manageable grips. The accompaniment stays the same while the melody changes.
The real hurdle
The intro tempts you into a tempo the verse cannot hold. Choose the tempo by the slowest passage, not the first.
How long does it take?
Six to ten weeks.
A rule of thumb, not a rule – how fast it goes depends on prior experience and practice time. This level is an assessment, not a measurement: most pieces exist in arrangements ranging from heavily simplified to concert level. The rating refers to the common arrangement.
Which instrument suits it?
Gets by on 76 keys. A light action helps the tempo more than a heavy one.
Instruments that suit it
Casio CDP-S360 EU approx. €450–500Portable digital piano with Scaled Hammer Action II action.
Yamaha CLP-825 EU approx. €1,350–1,650Cabinet digital piano with GrandTouch-S action.
Kawai MP7SE EU approx. €1,400–1,550The stage all-rounder with Kawai’s RHIII feel – favourite of many pianists with stage jobs.
The catalogue lists 233 instruments with verified data – key count, action and connections documented rather than claimed.
Where to find the sheet music
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
Modern editions and arrangements
Simplified versions, modern engraving and arrangements are available from the usual sheet music retailers. We will add direct links here shortly.
Frequently asked questions
How difficult is Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden)?
A brisk tempo with manageable grips. The accompaniment stays the same while the melody changes.
What key is Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden) in?
Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden) is in A major.
How many keys do you need for Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden)?
76 keys are recommended.
Who composed Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden)?
Ikimono-gakari, 2008.
Can you download the sheet music for Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden) for free?
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
How long does it take to learn Blue Bird (Naruto Shippuden)?
Six to ten weeks.
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