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Save the Last Dance for Me
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- 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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Save the Last Dance for Me |
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Voice Guitar C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
B3-F#5 |
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Scoring: |
Lyrics/Melody/Guitar Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
E Major |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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BPM: |
120 |
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Product #:
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MN0062005 |
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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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2 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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You can dance ev'ry dance with the guy who gives you the eye; let him hold you tight. |
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Arrangement Details
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By: |
The Drifters |
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Pages: |
2 |
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Instruments: |
Voice Guitar C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
B3-F#5 |
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Scorings: |
Lyrics/Melody/Guitar Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
E Major |
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Available Keys: |
E Major (Orig), A Major (+5), Bb Major (-6), C Major (-4), D Major (-2), Eb Major (-1), F Major (+1), G Major (+3) |
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Musicnotes |
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MN0062005 |
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Tempo: |
Moderately |
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Metronome: |
q = 120 |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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Song Details
Song Details gives you detailed information about this song, Save the Last Dance for Me
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Date: |
1960 |
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Publisher: |
Warner Chappell Music, Inc. |
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Musicnotes |
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MN0062005 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
You can dance ev'ry dance with the guy who gives you the eye; let him hold you tight. |
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From the Books: |
The Early Rock Book The Super Guitar Songbook |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0062005 |
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From the Books: |
The Early Rock Book The Super Guitar Songbook |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The leadsheet edition of “Save the Last Dance for Me” is in E major. You can also purchase it in 7 other keys, each sold separately.
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 leadsheet score for “Save the Last Dance for Me” 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 leadsheet arrangement include?
The leadsheet arrangement of “Save the Last Dance for Me” is written for voice, guitar and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Save the Last Dance for Me” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Save the Last Dance for Me” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Save the Last Dance for Me” 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
“Save the Last Dance for Me” by The Drifters is offered as a leadsheet arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. It has also been recorded by Ben E. King. The original music is by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman. The arrangement spans 2 pages.
It's scored in E major. It can be transposed into 7 alternate keys. It's marked moderately, at about 120 BPM. The scoring is for Voice, Guitar and C Instrument.
Contains complete lyrics. It falls under the Soul style category. There are 18 arrangements of this song available on Musicnotes, for different instruments and levels.
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