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) — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

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Classic piano notation for "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" by Doris Day as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in G — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 228 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

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)”

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key G, 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 "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.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of G, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "The Deadwood Stage (Whip-crack-away)" 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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