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(F)Gal ves ton, oh, (Bb)Gal (C)ves (F)ton,
(Fmaj7)I still hear your (F7)sea winds (Bb)blow
I (C7)still (F)see her dark eyes (Bb)glow
She was (C7)twen ty one
when (Bb)I left Gal ves (Bb)ton.
(F)Gal ves ton, oh, (Bb)Gal (C)ves (F)ton,
(Fmaj7)I still hear your (F7)sea waves (Bb)crash
while (C7)I (F)watch the can nons (Bb)flash
She I (C7)clean my gun,
and (Bb)dream of Gal ves (Bb)ton.
I still see her stand ing by the (Ab)wa ter,
stand ing there look ing out to (Ab)sea.
And is she (Fm)wait ing (Bb7)there for (Eb)me,
on the (Gm7)beach where we (Cm)used to (Db)run?
(F)Gal ves ton, oh!
(Bb)Gal (C)ves (F)ton,
(Fmaj7)I am so a (F7)fraid of (Bb)dy
be fore (C7)I (F)dry the tears she’s (Bb)cry
be (C7)fore I watch your sea birds (Bb)fly ing in the (Gm)sun
at (C)Gal ves (D)ton,
at Gal ves (D)ton.
Galveston — Simple Sheet Music
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"Galveston" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Bb, 110 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Galveston”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Galveston"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "Galveston" by Glen Campbell played in?
- Galveston is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Galveston"?
- The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Galveston" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "Galveston"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Galveston"?
- "Galveston" was originally performed by Glen Campbell. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Glen Campbell can I play here?
- Try "A BETTER PLACE", "Rhinestone Cowboy", "TRY A LITTLE KINDNESS". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Galveston". Key of Bb, 110 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.