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 — Piano Accompaniment (Falling Notes)

Free piano accompaniment for "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" by Top Hat Cast 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, 100 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 “Top Hat, White Tie And Tails

Why does the accompaniment for "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" 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 "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.
Can I use "Top Hat, White Tie And Tails" as a backing track for singing?
Yes — this is the piano accompaniment for Top Hat, White Tie And Tails by Top Hat Cast, 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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