I (C7)know a dark se clud ed place, a (Fm)place where no one knows your face, (G)a (C7)glass of wine, a fast em brace, it’s (Fm)called Her (C7)nan do’s hide a (Fm)way!
(C7)O (Fm)lay!
(C7)All you see are sil hou ettes, and (Fm)all you hear are cas ta nets, (G)and (C7)no one cares how late it gets, not (Fm)at Her (C7)nan do’s hide a (Fm)way!
(C7)O (Fm)lay!
(CN.C.)At the Gol den Fin ger bowl or an y place you go,
(CN.C.)you will meet your Un cle Max and ev ’ry one you know.
(CN.C.)But if you go to the spot that I am think in’ of,
(CN.C.)you will be free
(CN.C.)to gaze at me
and talk (B7)of (C7)love!
(C)Just (C7)knock three times and whis per low, that (Fm)you and I were sent by Joe, (G)then (C7)strike a match and you will know, you’re (Fm)in Her (C7)nan do’s hide a (Fm)way!
(C7)O (Fm)lay!
(G)I (C7)know a dark se clud ed place, a (Fm)place where no one knows your face, (G)a (C7)glass of wine, a fast em brace, it’s (Fm)called Her (C7)nan do’s hide a (Fm)way!
(C7)O (Fm)lay!
(C7)All you see are sil hou ettes, and (Fm)all you hear are cas ta nets, (G)and (C7)no one cares how late it gets, not (Fm)at Her (C7)nan do’s hide a (Fm)way!
(C7)O (Fm)lay!
(CN.C.)At the Gol den Fin ger bowl or an y place you go,
(CN.C.)you will meet your Un cle Max and ev ’ry one you know.
(CN.C.)But if you go to the spot that I am think in’ of,
(CN.C.)you will be free
(CN.C.)to gaze at me
and talk (B7)of (C7)love!
(C)Just (C7)knock three times and whis per low, that (Fm)you and I were sent by Joe, (G)then (C7)strike a match and you will know, you’re (Fm)in Her (C7)nan do’s hide a (Fm)way!
(C7)O (Fm)lay!
(G)I (Fm6)way!
(C7)O (Fm)lay!
Hernando's Hideaway — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Hernando's Hideaway" by Richard Adler: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Db, 110 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Db) 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.
Try other practice modes:
About “Hernando's Hideaway”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hernando's Hideaway" by Richard Adler in?
- The backing track is in Db at 110 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 "Hernando's Hideaway" 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 "Hernando's Hideaway"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Hernando's Hideaway", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Hernando's Hideaway" 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 "Hernando's Hideaway"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Hernando's Hideaway"?
- "Hernando's Hideaway" was originally performed by Richard Adler. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
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