Top Hat, White Tie And Tails

by Top Hat Cast
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(G)I just (Am7)got an in vi (D9)ta tion through (Gmaj7)the mails:

“Your pre sence re (G#dim)quest ed this (D7)even ing, it’s (G)for mal, a (Am)top hat, a (D7)white tie and (G7)tails.”

(G)Noth ing (Am7)now could take the (D9)wind out of (Gmaj7)my sails,

be cause I’m in (G#dim)vit ed to (D7)step out this (G)even ing with (Am)top hat, and (D7)white tie, and (G7)tails.

(C)I’m

put tin’ on my (C6)top hat,

ty in’ (C#dim)up my (G7)white tie,

brush in’ off my (C)tails.

(C)I’m

dude in’ up my (C6)shirt front,

put tin’ (C#dim)in the (G7)shirt studs,

pol ish in’ my (C)nails.

I’m (Dm)step (D#m)pin’ (Em)out, my dear, to breathe an at mos phere (F#m7)that sim ply (B7)reeks with (Eaug)class.

(Em)And I trust that you’ll ex cuse my dust (F#m7)when I step (B7)on the (Eaug)gas.

(G)For (F#)I’ll (G9)be (C)there...

(G7)put in’ down my (C)top hat,

mus sin’ (C#dim7)up my (G7)white tie,

danc in’ in my (C)tails.

(C)I’m

put tin’ on my (C6)top hat,

ty in’ (C#dim)up my (G7)white tie,

brush in’ off my (C)tails.

(C)I’m

dude in’ up my (C6)shirt front,

put tin’ (C#dim)in the (G7)shirt studs,

pol ish in’ my (C)nails.

I’m (Dm)step (D#m)pin’ (Em)out, my dear, to breathe an at mos phere (F#m7)that sim ply (B7)reeks with (Eaug)class.

(Em)And I trust that you’ll ex cuse my dust (F#m7)when I step (B7)on the (Eaug)gas.

(G)For (F#)I’ll (G9)be (C)there...

(G7)put in’ down my (C)top hat,

mus sin’ (C#dim7)up my (G7)white tie,

danc in’ in my (C)tails.

(C)tails.

Top Hat, White Tie And Tails — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" by Top Hat Cast 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 100 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 “Top Hat, White Tie And Tails

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" 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 "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" by Top Hat Cast in?
The backing track is in G at 100 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 "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" 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 "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" 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 "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails"?
"Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" was originally performed by Top Hat Cast. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Top Hat Cast are available?
Other accompaniments by Top Hat Cast: "Cheek To Cheek", "Isn't This A Lovely Day?", "No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)". 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 "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" 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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