From The Beginning

by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
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Two-handed piano arrangement — color-coded notes, lead sheet, sheet music. Learn it yourself.

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Lyrics

There might have been things I missed,

but (G)don’t be un kind,

it don’t mean I’m blind.

Per haps there’s a thing or two,

I think of (G)ly ing in bed.

I should n’t have said

but (G)there it is.

You see it’s (Dm7)all

(G9)clear

you were, (Dm7)were meant to be here.

From the be gin (D)ning.

May be I might have changed

and (G)not been so cruel,

not been such a fool.

What ev er is done is done,

I (G)just can’t re call

it does n’t mat ter at all.

but (G)there it is.

you, you

From The Beginning — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "From The Beginning" by Emerson, Lake & Palmer as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in G — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 76 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (G) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.

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About “From The Beginning

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "From The Beginning" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key G, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "From The Beginning" by Emerson, Lake & Palmer in?
The backing track is in G at 76 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
Can I sing over "From The Beginning" with this accompaniment?
Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
Is this a karaoke version of "From The Beginning"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "From The Beginning", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "From The Beginning" as a backing track for my instrument?
Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
Can I download the accompaniment for "From The Beginning"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "From The Beginning"?
"From The Beginning" was originally performed by Emerson, Lake & Palmer. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Emerson, Lake & Palmer are available?
Other accompaniments by Emerson, Lake & Palmer: "C'est La Vie", "Karn Evil 9 (1st Impression Pt. 2)", "Lucky Man". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of G, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "From The Beginning" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.

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