- 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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City of New Orleans |
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Instruments: |
Voice Ukulele C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
F#4-G5 |
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Scoring: |
Ukulele/Vocal/Chords Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
G Major |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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BPM: |
144 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0142071 |
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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: |
5 |
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Average Rating:
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Rated 5/5 based on 1 customer ratings |
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Top Review:
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"I got the piano sheet music. Made myself a lead sheet and the tune worked out just great. "
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Lyrics Begin:
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Ridin' on the City of New Orleans, |
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Arrangement Details
By: |
Steve Goodman |
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Pages: |
5 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice Ukulele C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
F#4-G5 |
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Scorings: |
Ukulele/Vocal/Chords Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
G Major |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0142071 |
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Tempo: |
Moderately bright Country tempo |
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Metronome: |
q = 144 |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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Song Details
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Date: |
1970 |
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Publisher: |
Jurisdad Music |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0142071 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
Ridin' on the City of New Orleans, |
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From the Albums: |
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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 “City of New Orleans” 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 “City of New Orleans” 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 “City of New Orleans” is written for voice, ukulele and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “City of New Orleans” available for other instruments?
Yes. “City of New Orleans” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “City of New Orleans” 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
“City of New Orleans” by Steve Goodman is offered as a ukulele leadsheet arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. Other recordings of this song include those by Willie Nelson and Arlo Guthrie. The arrangement spans 5 pages. It's scored in G major.
The tempo is moderately bright country tempo, at around 144 BPM. The scoring is for Voice, Ukulele and C Instrument. For vocalists, contains complete lyrics. It falls under the Country style category.
The song appears on Arlo Guthrie - Hobo's Lullaby. It holds a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 1 rating. A verified buyer says: “I got the piano sheet music. Made myself a lead sheet and the tune worked out just great.”
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