- Contains complete lyrics
Leadsheets typically only contain the lyrics, chord symbols and melody line of a song and are rarely more than one page in length. Musicians will often use these skeletons to improvise their own arrangements. Leadsheets often do not contain complete lyrics to the song.
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Lemon Tree |
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Voice Ukulele | |
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Ukulele/Vocal/Chords Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
G Major |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0114326 |
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Price:
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$3.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $2.99
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Pages: |
3 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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When I was just a lad of ten, my father said to me, Come here and take a lesson from the lovely lemon tree. |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1960 |
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Publisher: |
Hal Leonard Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0114326 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
When I was just a lad of ten, my father said to me, Come here and take a lesson from the lovely lemon tree. |
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From the Book: |
Folk Pop Songs for Ukulele |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The ukulele leadsheet edition of “Lemon Tree” is in G major. It is currently available in that key only.
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 ukulele leadsheet score for “Lemon Tree” 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 ukulele leadsheet arrangement include?
The ukulele leadsheet arrangement of “Lemon Tree” is written for voice and ukulele, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Lemon Tree” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Lemon Tree” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Lemon Tree” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/2, also known as cut time. Each measure contains two half-note beats.

About This Arrangement
This digital sheet music edition of “Lemon Tree” by Peter Paul and Mary is a ukulele leadsheet arrangement available for instant download and printing. It has also been performed by Trini Lopez. The song was composed by Will Holt. This edition is 3 pages long.
The published key is G major. The tempo marking is moderately, around 84 BPM. The scoring is for Voice and Ukulele. This edition contains complete lyrics.
It falls under the Folk style category. This song is available in 6 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels. It was featured on Peter, Paul and Mary - Peter, Paul and Mary.
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