The Sound of Silence [beginner - abridged] by Chrissy Ricker - Instrumental Solo Sheet Music (Page 1 of 2)

The Sound of Silence [beginner - abridged]

By Chrissy Ricker Piano Solo Pages: 2
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Score Details

“The Sound of Silence” by Chrissy Ricker is a piano solo arrangement, available as digital sheet music you can download and print. Other recordings of this song include those by Simon & Garfunkel. It was written by Paul Simon. This is a Signature Artist edition, made with the artist to match the original recording.

It runs 2 pages. The original published key is D minor. The suggested tempo is around 160 BPM. It's written for Piano.

For vocalists, contains partial lyrics. Its style is Folk-Pop. Musicnotes offers 300 arrangements of this song, across a range of instruments and skill levels.

Arrangement
Instrumental Solo
Composer
Paul Simon
Lyricist
Paul Simon
Product #
MN0287197
Pages
2 Pages
Instrument
Piano
Publisher
AMPD
Date
1964
Metronome
q = 160
Original Published Key
D Minor
Time Signature
4/4
Product Type
Official
Interactive
Yes

Appears On

1960s

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The piano solo edition of “The Sound of Silence” is in D minor. 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 piano solo score for “The Sound of Silence” 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 solo arrangement include?

The piano solo arrangement of “The Sound of Silence” is written for piano, allowing one player to perform it with no other musicians. The catalog lists partial lyrics for this edition, so expect some verses to be omitted.

Is “The Sound of Silence” available for other instruments?

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