Music for a While by Henry Purcell - Piano/Vocal, Singer Pro Sheet Music (Page 1 of 4)

Music for a While - Piano Sheet Music


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Score Details

“Music for a While” composed by Henry Purcell is offered as a piano/vocal arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. The arrangement spans 4 pages. It's scored in G minor. It can be transposed into 6 alternate keys.

The tempo marking is andante con moto, around 84 BPM. The scoring is for Voice and Piano. This edition contains complete lyrics. It falls under the Baroque style category.

This song is available in 6 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels. It was arranged by Lord Benjamin Britten.

From the Book:

Henry Purcell: 12 Selected Songs

Arrangement
Piano/Vocal
Composer
Henry Purcell
Lyricist
John Dryden
Product #
MN0108231
Pages
4 Pages
Instruments
Voice , Piano
Vocal Range
Voice: Voice vocal range, from G4 to Ab5
Publisher
Hal Leonard Music Publishing
Date
1947
Tempo
Andante con moto
Metronome
q = 84
Original Published Key
G Minor
Time Signature
4/4
Product Type
Official
Interactive
Yes


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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The piano/vocal edition of “Music for a While” is in G minor. You can also purchase it in 6 other keys, each sold separately.

Can I print or download the sheet music?

Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print 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 piano/vocal score for “Music for a While” 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 piano/vocal arrangement include?

The piano/vocal arrangement of “Music for a While” is written for voice and piano, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.

Is “Music for a While” available for other instruments?

Yes. “Music for a While” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Music for a While” 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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