Sisters Of Mercy

by Leonard Cohen
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Oh, the (A)Sis ters of (D)Mer cy, they (A)are not de (E)par ted or (A)gone.

They were (C#m)wait ing for (G#m)me when I (C#m)thought that I (G#m)just can’t go (E)on.

And they (D)brought me their (A)com fort and (G)lat er they (F#m)brought me their (E)song.

Oh, I (A)hope you run (D)in to them, (A)you who’ve been (E)trav ’ling so (A)long.

Yes, (A)you who must (D)leave ev ’ry (A)thing that you (E)can not con (A)trol.

It be (C#m)gins with your (G#m)fam ’ly but (C#m)soon it comes (G#m)round to your (E)soul.

Well, I’ve (D)been where you’re (A)hang ing, I (G)think I can (F#m)see how you’re (E)pinned.

When you’re (A)not feel ing (D)ho ly your (A)lone li ness (E)says that you’ve (A)sinned.

Well, they When I

We weren’t (A)lov ers like (D)that, and be (A)sides, it would (E)still be all (A)right.

Sisters Of Mercy — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "Sisters Of Mercy" by Leonard Cohen as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in A — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 120 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (A) 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 “Sisters Of Mercy

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Sisters Of Mercy" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key A, 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 "Sisters Of Mercy" by Leonard Cohen in?
The backing track is in A 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 "Sisters Of Mercy" 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 "Sisters Of Mercy"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Sisters Of Mercy", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Sisters Of Mercy" 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 "Sisters Of Mercy"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Sisters Of Mercy"?
"Sisters Of Mercy" was originally performed by Leonard Cohen. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Leonard Cohen are available?
Other accompaniments by Leonard Cohen: "Almost Like The Blues", "Anthem", "Bird On A Wire". 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 A, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Sisters Of Mercy" 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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