(F)Once up on a sum mer time, if you re (G)call, we stopped be (C7)side a lit tle flow er (Fm7)stall.
A bunch of (Fm6)bright for get me (D)nots was (G7)all I’d let you (C)buy (C7)me.
(Cm7)Once up on a (F7)sum mer time, just (F)like to (Bbmaj7)day, we laughed the (Eb9)hap py af ter noon a (Fmaj7)way, and stole a (Dm)kiss in ev ’ry street ca (G7)fé.
(Fmaj7)You were sweet ter (Dm)than the blos soms on the (Gm7)tree.
I was as (C9)proud as a ny girl could (F)be, as if the (Dm)mayor had of fered me the (Gm7)key to (C7)Par is!
(Cm7)Now, an oth er (F9)win ter time has (F)come and (Bbmaj7)gone.
The pi geons (Eb9)feed ing in the square have (Fmaj7)flown, but I re (Dm7)mem ber when the ves pers (G7)chime.
You loved me (Gm)once up (C9)on a (C)sum mer (Dm9)time.
(F)Once up on a sum mer time, if you re (G)call, we stopped be (C7)side a lit tle flow er (Fm7)stall.
A bunch of (Fm6)bright for get me (D)nots was (G7)all you’d let me (C)buy (C7)you.
(Cm7)Once up on a (F7)sum mer time, just (F)like to (Bbmaj7)day, we laughed the (Eb9)hap py af ter noon a (Fmaj7)way, and stole a (Dm)kiss in ev ’ry street ca (G7)fé.
(Fmaj7)You were sweet ter (Dm)than the blos soms on the (Gm7)tree.
I was as (C9)proud as a ny man could (F)be, as if the (Dm)mayor had of fered me the (Gm7)key to (C7)Par is!
(Cm7)Now, an oth er (F9)win ter time has (F)come and (Bbmaj7)gone.
The pi geons (Eb9)feed ing in the square have (Fmaj7)flown, but I re (Dm7)mem ber when the ves pers (G7)chime.
You loved me (Gm)once up (C9)on a (C)sum mer (Dm9)time.
(Dm9)-
Once Upon A Summertime — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Once Upon A Summertime" by Michel LeGrand: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Db, 120 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 “Once Upon A Summertime”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Once Upon A Summertime" by Michel LeGrand in?
- The backing track is in Db at 120 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 "Once Upon A Summertime" 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 "Once Upon A Summertime"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Once Upon A Summertime", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Once Upon A Summertime" 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 "Once Upon A Summertime"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Once Upon A Summertime"?
- "Once Upon A Summertime" was originally performed by Michel LeGrand. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Michel LeGrand are available?
- Other accompaniments by Michel LeGrand: "Little Boy Lost", "Watch What Happens". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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