A really catchy, fun tune to play – “If I Were a Rich Man” is a song which is mad of simple notes that are played quite quickly, so easy to play and a fun challenge to master! The song was made famous in the 1964 musical film “Fiddler on the Roof” and has been […]
1960-1980
Flute notes for songs written between 1960-1980.
Born Free – Matt Monro
“Born Free” was written for the 1966 film of the same name and has been covered by many big names such as Frank Sinatra, Roger Williams, Andy Williams, Ed Ames and Brian May. The letter notes below will be useful to beginners practicing any instrument ๐ Born Free – Matt Monro was last modified: February […]
My Girl – The Temptations
The Temptations released “My Girl” in 1965 which then became their first number 1 hit in the US. Otis Redding also had sucess with the same song, adding a more blues vibe. Both versions have appeared in film and TV. Enjoy the letter notes below ๐ My Girl – The Temptations was last modified: February […]
It’s Not Unusual – Tom Jones
Originally recorded in 1965 by Tom Jones, “It’s Not Unusual” is one of Tom Jones’ most well-known tracks and the music notes below make for a really fun piece for beginners on any instrument to practice with. Enjoy! It’s Not Unusual – Tom Jones was last modified: March 3rd, 2018 by nat
We are the Champions – Queen
Queen’s iconic hit “We are the Champions” is known all over the world and is retaliatory slow and simple, which makes it a great practice piece for beginners. The letter notes to the song can be used by beginners on most instruments – adjust the key up / down accordingly ๐ We are the Champions […]
Oh Happy Day – Edwin Hawkin Singers
“Oh Happy Day” is a gospel version of an old Christian hymn – it’s immediately recognisable as it’s featured in hit films such as Sister Act, Secretariat, Big Momma’s House, the Nutty Professor and others. Oh Happy Day – Edwin Hawkin Singers was last modified: March 3rd, 2018 by nat
Scarborough Fair – Simon & Garfunkel
‘Scarborough Fair’ is a traditional English folk tune which was made popular byย Simon & Garfunkel in 1966. It has been covered by numerous artists including Carly Simon andย Sarah Brightman. It is a lovely piece for beginners to play, whatever their instrument, enjoy the letter notes below ๐ Scarborough Fair – Simon & Garfunkel was last […]
Theme from New York, New York – Frank Sinatra
Play the famous theme tune to “New York, New York” which was famously attributed to Frank Sinatra however was initially performed by Liza Minnelli (Judy Garland’s daughter) in the film. Queen also covered this for the film Highlander (worth a listen!). “New York, New York” has also been covered byย Michael Bolton, Hans Zimmer, David Hasselhoff, […]
Walk On By – Dionne Warwick
With it’s numerous cover versions, everyone has heard a version of ‘Walk on By’ at some point. Enjoy the music notes below, its great for beginners on flute, piano, clarinet, trumpet, xylophone, whatever ๐ Did you know?!ย “Walk on By” has has some very successful cover versions by many artists including Isaac Hayes, The Stranglers, […]
Dancing Queen – ABBA
This catchy Europop track became an instant global sucess and has appeared in films and TV, such as Mamma Mia, Murial’s Wedding and Glee. Most of this is easy, but it does get quite high at some points. High notes are marked with a caret (^), enjoy the music notes ๐ย Dancing Queen – ABBA […]