Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)

by Bing Crosby
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(D)‘Me le Ka li ki ma (Dmaj7)ka’ is the (D6)thing to say on a bright Haw (Fdim)ai ian Christ mas (A7)Day.

That’s the is land greet ing that we send to you from the land

where palm trees (Dmaj7)sway.

(D7)Here we know that Christ mas will be (G69)green and bright,

the (B7)sun to shine by (Baug7)day and all the (E9)stars at night.

(D)‘Me le Ka li ki (C7)ma ka’ is the (B7)right way

to (Em7)say ‘mer ry (A)Christ mas to (A7)you!’

(D)‘Me le Ka li ki ma (Dmaj7)ka’ is the (D6)thing to say on a bright Haw (Fdim)ai ian Christ mas (A7)Day.

That’s the is land greet ing that we send to you from the land

where palm trees (Dmaj7)sway.

(D7)Here we know that Christ mas will be (G69)green and bright, the (B7)sun to shine by (Baug7)day and all the (E9)stars at night.

(D)‘Me le Ka li ki (C7)ma ka’ is the (B7)right way to (Em7)say ‘mer ry (A)Christ mas to (A7)you!’

(Em7)say ‘mer ry (A7)Christ mas, a (Em7)ve ry mer ry (A7)Christ mas, a (Em7)ve ry, ve ry, ve ry mer ry (A7)Christ mas to (A7)you!’

Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii) — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)" by Bing Crosby as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in D — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 100 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (D) 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 “Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key D, 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 "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)" by Bing Crosby in?
The backing track is in D at 100 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 "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)" 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 "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)" 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 "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)"?
"Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)" was originally performed by Bing Crosby. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Bing Crosby are available?
Other accompaniments by Bing Crosby: "May The Good Lord Bless and Keep You", "Swinging On A Star". 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 D, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)" 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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