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Freight Train by Elizabeth Cotten - Leadsheet, Lyrics/Melody/Chords Sheet Music (Page 1 of 1)

Freight Train

Composed by Elizabeth Cotten Leadsheet Pages: 1

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Available in 7 different keys:
C Major (Orig. published key)

C Major (Orig. published key)

-3 A Major (3 sharps)

-2 Bb Major (2 flats)

+2 D Major (2 sharps)

+3 Eb Major (3 flats)

+5 F Major (1 flat)

+7 G Major (1 sharp)

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Score Details

“Freight Train” composed by Elizabeth Cotten is a leadsheet arrangement, available as digital sheet music you can download and print. This is a Musicnotes original edition, transcribed and engraved by our team. It runs 1 page. The original published key is C major.

6 alternate keys are available for transposition. The tempo marking is moderately fast, around 116 BPM. It's arranged for Voice and C Instrument. This edition contains complete lyrics.

It's categorized as Country on Musicnotes. This song is available in 23 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels.

Arrangement
Leadsheet
Composer
Elizabeth Cotten
Lyricist
Elizabeth Cotten
Product #
MN0296504
Pages
1 Page
Instruments
Voice , C Instrument
Vocal Range
Voice: Voice vocal range, from A3 to G4
Publisher
Musicnotes, Inc.
Date
1912
Tempo
Moderately fast
Metronome
q = 116
Original Published Key
C Major
Time Signature
4/4
Product Type
Musicnotes Edition
Interactive
Yes

Appears On

1910s

Frequently Asked Questions

What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?

The leadsheet edition of “Freight Train” is in C major. You can also purchase it in 6 other keys, each sold separately.

Can I print or download the sheet music?

Your purchase comes with unlimited authorized prints and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.

Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?

You can preview the leadsheet score for “Freight Train” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.

What does this leadsheet arrangement include?

The leadsheet arrangement of “Freight Train” is written for voice and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.

Is “Freight Train” available for other instruments?

Yes. “Freight Train” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Freight Train” to compare them.

What time signature is this version in?

The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

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