Trilogy

by Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Download
Loading sheet music
Building your awesome sheet music

Other arrangements of Trilogy

Pick a learning view.

Lyrics

(B)I’ve tried to (Em7)mend the (B)love that (A)end ed (B)long a go; al though we still pre (A)tend,

our (B)love is sure ly com ing to an (Em)end,

don’t (B)waste the time you’ve got to love a (F#sus4)gain.

(B)We tried to (Em7)lie, but (B)you and (A)I know (B)bet ter than to let each oth er (A)lie;

the (B)thought of ly ing to you makes me (Em)cry,

(B)count ing up the time that’s passed us (F#sus4)by

I’ve (Em7)sent this (A7)let ter (D)hop ing (G)it will (F#m7)reach your (G)hand,

(F#sus4)and (Em7)if it (A7)does I (D)hope that (G)you will (F#m7)un der (G)stand that (A)I must (B)leave in a (Em7)while, and (B)though I (A)smile, you (B)know this smile is on ly there to (A)hide

(B)what I’m real ly feel ing deep in (Em)side,

(B)just a face where I can hang my (CN.C.)pride.

Good bye,

good bye.

We’ll talk of plac es that we went

and times that we have spent to geth er pen ni less and free.

You’ll see the day an oth er way

wake up with the sun shine pour in’ right down where you lay.

Trilogy — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

5 people have learned this song

Classic piano notation for "Trilogy" by Emerson, Lake & Palmer as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in B — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 92 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (B) 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.

Try other practice modes:

About “Trilogy”

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Trilogy" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key B, 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 "Trilogy" by Emerson, Lake & Palmer in?
The backing track is in B at 92 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 "Trilogy" 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 "Trilogy"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Trilogy", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Trilogy" 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 "Trilogy"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Trilogy"?
"Trilogy" was originally performed by Emerson, Lake & Palmer. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Emerson, Lake & Palmer are available?
Other accompaniments by Emerson, Lake & Palmer: "C'est La Vie", "From The Beginning", "Karn Evil 9 (1st Impression Pt. 2)". 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 B, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Trilogy" 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.

More songs you might like

Lucky Man, Emerson, Lake & Palmer
D

Lucky Man

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Medium77 BPM
From The Beginning, Emerson, Lake & Palmer
G

From The Beginning

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Medium76 BPM
Karn Evil 9 (1st Impression Pt. 2), Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Db

Karn Evil 9 (1st Impression Pt. 2)

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Medium126 BPM
Still You Turn Me On, Emerson, Lake & Palmer
C

Still You Turn Me On

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Medium124 BPM
C'est La Vie, Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Bb

C'est La Vie

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Medium130 BPM
From The Beginning, Emerson, Lake & Palmer
C

From The Beginning

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Easy90 BPM
FROM THE BEGINNING, Emerson, Lake & Palmer
C

FROM THE BEGINNING

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Easy134 BPM
HOME, Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros
D

HOME

Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros

Medium112 BPM
THUNDERSTRUCK, AC/DC
B

THUNDERSTRUCK

AC/DC

Advanced146 BPM
THE SHOW MUST GO ON, Queen
B

THE SHOW MUST GO ON

Queen

Medium84 BPM
The Show Must Go On, Queen
B

The Show Must Go On

Queen

Medium84 BPM
Set The Fire To The Third Bar, Snow Patrol
B

Set The Fire To The Third Bar

Snow Patrol

Medium100 BPM