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Category: Traditional

Scarborough Fair – Simon & Garfunkel

'Scarborough Fair' is a traditional English folk tune which was made popular by Simon & Garfunkel in 1966. It has been covered by numerous artists including Carly Simon and Sarah Brightman. It…

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star – Traditional

A traditional English children's lullaby, "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" makes a perfect beginner's practice piece as it's such a simple, well-known melody which uses notes within a single octave. You…

Rock-a-bye Baby – Traditional

A traditional children's lullaby and nursery rhyme, "Rock-a-bye Baby" will be a familiar melody to most and makes a perfect beginner's practice piece.  You can shift the notes up or…

She’ll Be Comin’ Round The Mountain – Traditional

It seems that everyone knows a slightly different version of this song, here are the letter notes for how I know it - let me know if your version is…

Here Comes Santa Claus – Traditional

Originally sung by Gene Autry in 1947, this children's Christmas classic has also been sung by Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley, Doris Day, The Beach Boys, Mariah Carey, Billy Idol, Bob…

Carol of the Bells – Traditional

Originally based off a traditional Ukrainian folk song, 'Carol of the Bells' was re-imagined in the early 1900's and is now one of the most iconic Christmas tune. A great…

Santa Claus Is Coming to Town – Traditional

The famous Christmas song 'Santa Claus Is Coming to Town' first became a hit in 1934 and has been sung by Bing Crosby, Bruce Springsteen, Frank Sinatra, Mariah Carey, The…

My Way – Frank Sinatra

Known around the world, enjoy the letter notes for 'My Way', one of Frank Sinatra's most popular songs. Did you know?!  The melody used in "My Way" was originally from a…

Little Donkey – Traditional

This famous Christmas carol is sung by school children around the world - enjoy the music letter notes to 'Little Donkey' :) Did you know?  This has been recorded by Gracie…

Once in Royal David’s City – Traditional

Originally a poem written in 1848, this popular Christian Christmas carol is a nice challenge for beginners on any musical instrument :) (more…)