- Contains complete lyrics
Song: |
Summertime |
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Voice Treble Clef Instrument Piano | |
Vocal Range: |
E4-E5 |
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Scoring: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
A Minor |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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BPM: |
84 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0133369 |
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Price:
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$4.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $3.99
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Pages: |
2 |
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Average Rating:
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Rated 4/5 based on 2 customer ratings |
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Top Review:
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"Im not ready fro "Rhapsody in Blue," but I find many of Gershwins melodies very playable, ..." Read reviews
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Lyrics Begin:
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Summertime an' the livin' is easy, |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1935 |
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Publisher: |
Warner Chappell Music, Inc. |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0133369 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
Summertime an' the livin' is easy, |
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From the Show: |
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From the Book: |
Easy Electronic Keyboard Music #53 - The Best Broadway Songs Ever |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The beginner notes edition of “Summertime” is in A minor. It is currently available in that key only.
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What does this beginner notes arrangement include?
The beginner notes arrangement of “Summertime” is written for voice, treble clef instrument 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 “Summertime” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Summertime” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Summertime” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“Summertime” composed by George Gershwin is available as a beginner notes arrangement in downloadable, printable digital sheet music. It includes 2 pages of music. The original key is A minor. It's played at about 84 BPM.
The scoring is for Voice, Treble Clef Instrument and Piano. Contains complete lyrics. It falls under the Jazz style category. There are 188 arrangements of this song available on Musicnotes, for different instruments and levels.
The piece is from Porgy and Bess. It holds a 4.0 out of 5 rating from 2 ratings. A verified buyer says: “Im not ready fro "Rhapsody in Blue," but I find many of Gershwins melodies very playable, even for an amateur like me. As great as "Summertime" is, I can…”
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