​It's Four In The Morning Banjo And Mandolin Sheet Music

​Instruments Used in "It's Four in the Morning""It's Four in the Morning", recorded by Faron Young in 1971, is a classic country song with a smooth, melancholic feel. Written by Jerry Chesnut, it became one of Young's biggest hits and features a blend of traditional country instrumentation with orchestral touches.

Main Instruments Used:

1. Acoustic Guitar –
   
   • Provides a gentle rhythmic strumming throughout the song.
   • Helps establish the melancholic, storytelling tone.
2. Electric Guitar (with slight reverb/twang) –
   
   • Adds soft, melodic fills between vocal lines.
   • Enhances the classic country sound.
3. Pedal Steel Guitar –
   
   • Creates weepy, sliding notes, adding to the emotional depth of the song.
   • A signature element in traditional country ballads.
4. Piano –
   
   • Plays soft chord progressions, reinforcing the melancholic mood.
   • Adds a smooth, honky-tonk feel in certain sections.
5. Bass Guitar –
   
   • Provides a steady, warm low-end foundation.
   • Helps keep the slow, swaying rhythm of the song.
6. Drums (Brush Drumming & Light Snare Work) –
   
   • Features soft brush drumming to maintain a gentle, flowing rhythm.
   • The snare drum is played subtly, avoiding a heavy beat to keep the song’s late-night, reflective atmosphere.
7. Orchestral Strings (Violins, Violas, Cellos - in some versions) –
   
   • Some versions feature light string arrangements, adding a smooth, cinematic touch.
   • Helps soften the song’s emotional impact.

Musical Style & Impact:

• The slow, waltz-like tempo and smooth instrumentation make it a perfect "late-night heartbreak" country ballad.
• The pedal steel guitar and brush drumming emphasize the classic Nashville sound.
• The piano and light orchestral elements add a touch of sophistication, making it accessible to both traditional country and pop audiences.

The first version of the sheet music is in the key of D Major and the other one is in C. The song was written by Jerry Chesnut and recorded by Faron Young. It was later recorded by Welsh singer Tom Jones.

It's four in the morning piano sheet music with chords and mandolin tab