Wonderful Tonight

by Eric Clapton
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Lyrics

It’s late in the ev ’ning,

she’s wond ’ring what clothes to wear.

She puts on her make up,

and brush es her long blonde hair.

And then she asks me,

“Do I (Bm)look al right?”

And (D)I say (C)“Yes,

you look (D7)won der ful to night.”

We go to a par ty,

and ev ’ry one turns

see

this beau ti ful la dy

is walk ing a round with me.

(Bm)feel

I feel

I feel (C)won der ful

be (D7)cause I see the love light in your (Em)eyes.

(D)And the (C)won der

of it all

is that you (C)just don’t re al ize how much I love you.

Oh, my (C)dar ling,

you are (D7)won der ful to night.

Wonderful Tonight — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

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Classic piano notation for "Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton 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 96 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 “Wonderful Tonight

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Wonderful Tonight" 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 "Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton in?
The backing track is in G at 96 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 "Wonderful Tonight" 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 "Wonderful Tonight"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Wonderful Tonight", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Wonderful Tonight" 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 "Wonderful Tonight"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Wonderful Tonight"?
"Wonderful Tonight" was originally performed by Eric Clapton. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Eric Clapton are available?
Other accompaniments by Eric Clapton: "Tears In Heaven". 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 "Wonderful Tonight" 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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