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(Em)Man y nights we’ve (D)prayed
with (Bm7)no proof an y (Em)one could hear; in our hearts a hope ful song we (A7sus4)bare ly (Am7)un der stood.
Now (E)we are not a fraid,
al (D)though we know there’s (Asus4)much to (A)fear; (Cmaj7)we were mov ing moun tains long be (Am7)fore we knew we could.
There can be mir a cles
when you be lieve.
Though hope is frail,
it’s (Cmaj7)hard to kill.
Who knows what mir a cles
you can a chieve?
When you be lieve
some (Cmaj7)how you will.
You will when (D)you
be lieve.
(Em)Eas to de (D)spair
when (Bm7)all you hear is (Em)fear and lies;
eas y just to and hide too (A7sus4)fright ened (Am7)to be gin.
But (E)if we dare to
don’t (D)wait for an swers (Asus4)from the (A)skies;
each of can in side and (Am7)hear this song with in.
There can be mir a cles
when you be lieve.
Though hope is frail,
it’s (Cmaj7)hard to kill.
Who knows what mir a cles
you can a chieve?
When you be lieve
some (Cmaj7)how you will.
You will when (D)you
be lieve.
There can be mir a cles
when you be lieve.
Though hope is (C#m)frail,
it’s (Dmaj7)hard to kill.
Who knows what mir a cles
you can a chieve?
When you be lieve
some (D)how you (D)will.
You will when (E)you
be lieve.
(C#7)They don’t (F#m7)al ways hap pen when
you ask,
and it’s eas y to give in to your fear.
But when your blind ed by your faith, can’t see a way clear through the rain, a small but still re sil ient voice says (Esus4)hope is ver y (D)near.
(B)Oh.
when you be lieve.)
Though hope is (D#m)frail
it’s (E)hard to kill.
Who knows what mir a cles
you can a chieve?
When you be lieve
some (E)how you will.
Now you (B)will.
You will when (C#m7)you
(F#)be lieve.
You will when you
be lieve.
When You Believe — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)
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Classic piano notation for "When You Believe" by Stephen Schwartz as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in E — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 58 BPM. Click any note to jump there.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (E) 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 “When You Believe”
- Is the engraved accompaniment score for "When You Believe" suitable for a pianist?
- Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key E, 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 "When You Believe" by Stephen Schwartz in?
- The backing track is in E at 58 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 "When You Believe" 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 "When You Believe"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "When You Believe", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "When You Believe" 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 "When You Believe"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "When You Believe"?
- "When You Believe" was originally performed by Stephen Schwartz. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Stephen Schwartz are available?
- Other accompaniments by Stephen Schwartz: "Popular (from Wicked)". 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 E, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "When You Believe" 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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