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Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)
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- Contains complete lyrics
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Simple Gifts (Shaker Song) |
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Voice Piano | |
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Piano/Vocal Singer Pro |
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Ab Major |
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MN0107320 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
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2 |
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Average Rating:
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Rated 4/5 based on 14 customer ratings |
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Top Review:
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"I found this arrangement ok, but as I had a beginner singer they found it difficult to fol..." Read reviews
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Lyrics Begin:
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'Tis the gift to be simple 'tis the gift to be free 'Tis the gift to come down where you ought to be |
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Song Details
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Date: |
1950 |
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Publisher: |
Hal Leonard Music Publishing |
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MN0107320 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
'Tis the gift to be simple 'tis the gift to be free 'Tis the gift to come down where you ought to be |
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From the Book: |
Aaron Copland - Old American Songs Complete - Medium Voice |
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Musicnotes |
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MN0107320 |
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Aaron Copland - Old American Songs Complete - Medium Voice |
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Publishing administered by: Hal Leonard Music Publishing
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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 “Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)” is in Ab major. You can also purchase it in 8 other keys, each sold separately.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
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What does this piano/vocal arrangement include?
The piano/vocal arrangement of “Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)” 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 “Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/4. Each measure contains two quarter-note beats.
About This Arrangement
“Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)” composed by Traditional Shaker Song is offered as a piano/vocal arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. The original music is by Aaron Copland. The arrangement spans 2 pages. It's scored in Ab major.
It's available in 8 additional keys for transposition. It's marked quietly flowing, at about 72 BPM. The arrangement is scored for Voice and Piano. Contains complete lyrics.
Stylistically, it's Classical. There are 82 arrangements of this song available on Musicnotes, for different instruments and levels. It has an average customer rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 14 ratings.
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