Bernard Sumner – Original Handwritten Chords for New Order’s “1963”

Sourced directly from Arthur Baker’s personal archive, this is a rare and intimate artifact from the creative process behind “1963”—New Order’s haunting and beloved B-side to “True Faith.” The sheet features Bernard Sumner’s original handwritten chord progressions, offering a personal glimpse into the songwriting mind behind one of the band’s most emotionally resonant tracks.

• Highlights:
• Original handwritten chord sheet by Bernard Sumner.
• For the New Order track “1963” (B-side to “True Faith”).
• From the personal archive of Arthur Baker.

Part of the Arthur Baker Collection: This item is part of the Arthur Baker Collection — a once-in-a-lifetime auction in collaboration with legendary producer Arthur Baker. Sourced directly from his personal archive, this piece offers a rare glimpse into the sound and spirit of an era shaped by innovation, collaboration, and deep musicality. Baker’s fingerprints appear across decades of music history, from hip-hop and electro to rock, soul, and club culture.