Beauty School Guitar - Digital Sheet Music

SKU: A0.1851374

"Beauty School" is a sprawling alternative metal epic from the Deftones' celebrated 2010 album Diamond Eyes, featuring a dynamic, shape-shifting structure that moves from delicate, atmospheric passages to crushing waves of distortion. "Beauty School" is an ideal choice for advanced bands ready to tackle one of the more ambitious and nuanced entries in the Deftones' catalog. The guitar work demands mastery of contrast — shimmering, reverb-soaked clean tones that erupt without warning into dense, down-tuned heaviness, teaching players how to navigate extreme dynamic shifts with intentionality and control. The rhythm section must remain grounded and powerful throughout the song's long arc, holding the pocket through dramatic tempo and textural changes that test endurance and musicality in equal measure. For singers, "Beauty School" is a demanding showcase in range and emotional vulnerability, requiring the ability to float over quiet, ethereal sections before pushing into raw, impassioned intensity. The song's cinematic sweep and emotional depth make it a bold centerpiece in any setlist, demonstrating a band's capacity for patience, power, and genuine musical storytelling.



A NOTE ABOUT DR. TOMS CHARTS
DR. TOMS CHARTS help musicians make more music together. Inspired by the Nashville Number System and the classic Rise Up Singing, these charts emphasize song form with lyrics overlaid on top of evenly spaced chords. These musical roadmaps let you focus on what you love: vocal delivery, groove, harmonies, feel, and more! You can even experiment with different styles and meters.

In the HYBRID chart, the first chord of each line aligns with the first word or syllable on the downbeat, highlighting pickups and delayed entries. Subsequent chords may not align exactly with every word, but once the singer nails the entry, everything locks in! This format might look unfamiliar at first, but evenly spaced chords improve groove and accuracy. The harmonic rhythm guides the melody! For singers, the LYRICS ONLY chart provides all the words with rehearsal cues (intros, verses, bridges, solos).

Keep on jammin!
Dr. Tom


WHO IS DR. TOM?
Dr. Tom Zlabinger is a bass player, guitar player, and singer who has been jamming since high school. He is an Associate Professor of Music at York College / CUNY, where he has taught popular music performance since 2003. He holds a B.A. in music from Grinnell College, an M.A. in jazz performance from Queens College / CUNY, and a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from the Graduate Center / CUNY. Dr. Tom has published on jams, live online performance, and the role of musicians across various media franchises. He is passionate about innovations that make music making more accessible to musicians of all levels and backgrounds. In 2022, he founded Telematic Studios® to help musicians connect through online voice lessons, clear and legal charts, and live online performance.