Isabella’s Lullaby Kalimba Tabs (17-Key)
About the Song: Background & Composer
The Promised Neverland Season 1 Original Soundtrack, released in 2019, features the hauntingly beautiful piece “Isabella’s Lullaby”. This song serves as the thematic melody for the character Isabella. It plays during pivotal moments when she sings to the children at Grace Field House, juxtaposing her maternal warmth against the unsettling reality of the farm’s purpose. The anime gained immense popularity and critical acclaim, amassing over 10 million views on the official Aniplex YouTube channel and making its mark on numerous “Best Anime of 2019” lists.
The composer, Takahiro Obata, is celebrated for his ability to weave cinematic, emotional orchestral scores that blend gentle melodies with suspenseful textures. Beyond “Isabella’s Lullaby”, his renowned works in anime scoring include pieces like “Tag” and “The Promised Neverland Main Theme”. His style adds depth and richness to the anime’s narrative, and his compositions serve as engaging sheet music for enthusiasts.
Kalimba Cover Performance
Difficulty & Playing Tips
When playing “Isabella’s Lullaby” on the kalimba, it is important to maintain a steady tempo of around 112 BPM. This helps to capture the gentle and melancholic essence of the lullaby. Pay special attention to the transition between the strings and piano sections to effectively highlight the emotional contrasts embedded in the piece.
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Required Kalimba Type: 17-Key Kalimba
Fits standard 17-Key. 21-Key/Chromatic compatible.
Isabella’s Lullaby Number Notation
6 3* 7 3* 6 3* 7 3* 6 3* 7 3* 6 3* 7 3* 6
6 1* 2* 3* 6* 5* 4* 3* 1* 3* 7 2* 6
5 6 3* 4* 5* 4* 3* 2* 7* 5*
3* 5* 6* 3* 5* 6* 3* 2* 6 5* 3*
6 1* 2* 3* 6* 5* 4* 3* 1* 3* 5* 3* 6*
6* 1** 7* 5* 3* 6* 3** 7*
5* 6* 7* 1** 7* 6* 7* 1** 2** 6* 3**
3 6 7 1* 7 6 5 3 2 2 1 5 3
6 7 1* 2* 3* 4* 3* 2* 3*
3 6 7 1* 7 1* 2* 5 2* 4* 3* 2* 1*
6 7 1* 2* 3* 7 7 6 3* 7
3 6 7 1* 7 6 5 3 2 2 1 5 3
6 7 1* 2* 3* 4* 3* 2* 3*
3 6 7 1* 7 1* 2* 5 2* 4* 3* 2* 1*
4* 5* 1* 6 3* 7 6 5 2* 1* 7 6
6 3* 7 3* 6 3* 7 3* 6 3* 7 3* 6 3* 7 3* 6
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