What key is the piano accompaniment for "Mein Herr" by Kander & Ebb in?

The backing track is in Ab at 120 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 "Mein Herr" 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 "Mein Herr"?

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

Can I use "Mein Herr" 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 "Mein Herr"?

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

Who wrote "Mein Herr"?

"Mein Herr" was originally performed by Kander & Ebb. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by Kander & Ebb are available?

Other accompaniments by Kander & Ebb: "Cabaret", "Maybe This Time". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

You (Cm)have to un der (Cm)stand the way I (Cm)am, mein Herr,

a (Cm)ti ger is a (A)ti ger, not a (Ab9#5)lamb, mein Herr.

You’ll (D)nev er turn the (D)vi ne gar to (G7)jam, mein Herr.

So I (CN.C.)do,

(CN.C.)what I do,

(CN.C.)when I’m through,

(CN.C.)then I’m through,

(CN.C.)and I’m through,

too dle doo.

Bye, bye mein (Cm)lie ber Herr, fare well mein lie ber Herr, it was a fine af fair but now it’s (D)o ver.

(CN.C.)And though I (G7)used to care, I need the o pen air, you’re bet ter off with out me, mein (Cm)Herr.

(CN.C.)Don’t dab your (Cm)eye, mein Herr, or won der why mein Herr, I al ways said that I was a (D)ro ver.

(CN.C.)You must n’t (G7)knit your brow, you should have known by now you’d ev ’ry cause to doubt me mein (Cm)Herr.

The (Cm)con ti nent of (Cm)Eu rope is so (Cm)wide, mein Herr,

not (Cm)on ly up and (A)down but side by (Ab9#5)side, mein Herr.

I (D)could n’t e ven (D)cross it if I (G7)tried, mein Herr.

But I (CN.C.)do,

(CN.C.)what I can,

(CN.C.)inch by inch,

(CN.C.)step by step,

(CN.C.)mile by mile,

man by man.

Bye, bye mein (Cm)lie ber Herr, fare well mein lie ber Herr, it was a fine af fair but now it’s (D)o ver.

(CN.C.)And though I (G7)used to care, I need the o pen air, you’re bet ter off with out me, mein (Cm)Herr.

(CN.C.)Don’t dab your (Cm)eye, mein Herr, or won der why mein Herr, I al ways said that I was a (D)ro ver.

(CN.C.)You must n’t (G7)knit your brow, you should have known by now you’d ev ’ry cause to doubt me mein (Cm)Herr.

The (Cm)Herr.

(CN.C.)Bye bye mein (C)lie ber Herr, auf wie der (C)sehen mein Herr, es war sehr (C)gut, mein Herr and (C#dim)vor (Dm7)bei.

(CN.C.)Du kennst mich (Dm7)wohl mein Herr, ach le be (Dm7)wohl mein Herr, du sollst mich (G7)nicht mehr se (CN.C.)hen mein (C6)Herr.

(CN.C.)Bye, bye mein (C#m)lie ber Herr,

(CN.C.)and bye (G#7)bye.

(CN.C.)Du kennst mich (G#7)wohl mein Herr,

(CN.C.)and bye, (C#m)bye.

(CN.C.)Bye, bye mein (D)lie ber Herr, fare well mein lie ber Herr, it was a fine af fair but now it’s (A7)o ver.

(CN.C.)And though I (CN.C.)used to care, I need the (A7)o (CN.C.)pen air.

You’re bet ter (A7)off with out me, you’ll (A7)get on with out me mein

Herr.

Mein Herr — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "Mein Herr" by Kander & Ebb. Sing along or play your instrument over the backing piano. Toggle the vocal melody on/off, change key to fit your voice, adjust tempo. Key of Ab, 120 BPM.

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

Fall Down Lead Sheet

About “Mein Herr”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Mein Herr" by Kander & Ebb in?: The backing track is in Ab at 120 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 "Mein Herr" 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 "Mein Herr"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Mein Herr", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Mein Herr" 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 "Mein Herr"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Mein Herr"?: "Mein Herr" was originally performed by Kander & Ebb. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Kander & Ebb are available?: Other accompaniments by Kander & Ebb: "Cabaret", "Maybe This Time". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.