My love
is (Eb)like
a red, red rose
that’s new ly sprung in June.
My love is like
a me lo (Fm7)dy,
so sweet ly
played (Ab)in tune.
As fair thou art my
bon ny (Db)lad,
so deep in love am (Eb)I.
And And I would love thee (Dbsus2)you still my dear
(Ab)though all were (Eb)the seas gone sand dry.
Though all
the seas
gone dry my dear,
and the rock melt with the sun,
I
would (Eb)love thee
still my (Fm7)dear,
though the (Dbsus2)sounds
of
time (Ab)be (Db)run.
Though it were
ten thou sand miles my dear,
though it were
ten thou sand miles,
I
would (Eb)come
to you a (Fm7)gain,
though it (Dsus2)were
ten (Eb7)thou sand miles.
My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose" by Eva Cassidy: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Db, 56 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 “My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose" by Eva Cassidy in?
- The backing track is in Db at 56 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 "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose" 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 "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose" 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 "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose"?
- "My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose" was originally performed by Eva Cassidy. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Eva Cassidy are available?
- Other accompaniments by Eva Cassidy: "Autumn Leaves (Les Feuilles Mortes)", "Danny Boy", "Drowning In The Sea Of Love". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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