About “Unchained Melody”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Unchained Melody" by Gareth Gates in?

The backing track is in Eb at 108 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 "Unchained Melody" 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 "Unchained Melody"?

Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Unchained Melody", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.

Can I use "Unchained Melody" 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 "Unchained Melody"?

Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.

Who wrote "Unchained Melody"?

"Unchained Melody" was originally performed by Gareth Gates. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by Gareth Gates are available?

Other accompaniments by Gareth Gates: "Spirit In The Sky". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.