The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)

by Doris Day
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(CN.C.)Oh, the (G)Dead wood Stage is a roll in’ on o ver the plains,

with the cur tains flap pin’ and the driv er a slap pin’ the (D7)rains,

(Am7)beau ti ful (D7)sky

a (G)won der ful day,

(Am7)whip crack a (D7)way, whip crack a way, whip crack a (G)way!

Oh, the Dead wood Stage is a head in’ on o ver the hills,

where the In jun ar rows are a thick er than por ker pine (D7)quills,

(Am7)dan ger ous (D7)land

no (G)time to de lay,

(Am7)whip crack a way, (D7)whip crack a way, whip crack a (G)way.

We’re (D7)head (G7)in’ (C)straight for (Cm)town, (G)load ed down (D7)with a fan cy (G)car go, (Am)care of (G)Wells and (Am7)Far go, (A7)Ill i (Am7)nois.

(D7)Boy!

Oh, the (G)Dead wood Stage is a com in’ on o ver the creat,

like a hom in’ pig eon that’s a hank er in’ af ter its (D7)nest,

(Am7)twen ty three (D7)miles

to (G)cov er to day, (G#dim)so (Am7)whip crack a way, (D7)whip crack a way, whip crack a (Am)way.

The (D7)wheels (G7)go (C)turn in’ (Cm)round, (G)home ward bound, (D7)can’t cha hear ’em (G)hum min’!

(Am)Hap py (G)times a (Am7)com in’ (A7)fer to (Am7)stay.

(D7)Hey!

We’ll be (G)home to night by the light of the sil y moon,

and my heart’s a thump in’ like man do lin plunk in’ a (D7)tune,

(Am7)when I get (D7)home

I’m (G)fix in’ ter stay,

The (D7)wheels (G7)go (G)-

(Am7)Whip crack a way, (D7)whip crack a way, whip crack a (G)way!

The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away) — Piano Accompaniment (Falling Notes)

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Free piano accompaniment for "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" by Doris Day in falling-notes (Synthesia) style. Watch the chord notes fall as you sing or play your instrument over the backing. Adjustable key + tempo. Original key G, 228 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (G) 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 “The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)

Why does the accompaniment for "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" show falling notes?
Falling Notes makes each chord visual — colored notes drop onto the keyboard so you can FEEL the rhythm of the backing before each entry. Singers find it easier to lock in with the piano's groove when they see the chord notes land instead of just hearing them.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" by Doris Day in?
The backing track is in G at 228 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 "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" 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 "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" 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 "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)"?
"The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" was originally performed by Doris Day. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Doris Day are available?
Other accompaniments by Doris Day: "Por Favor", "Sabor A Mi (Be True To Me)", "Toyland". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
Can I use "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" as a backing track for singing?
Yes — this is the piano accompaniment for The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away) by Doris Day, with the chord notes falling visually so you can see exactly when each chord lands. Original key is G; transpose live to fit your voice.
How is this different from the bar-sheet accompaniment?
Same audio backing — different visualization. Falling notes show each chord note dropping in real time (like Synthesia), which makes the chord rhythm easier to feel. Use whichever view helps you stay on the beat.

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