The Darktown Strutters' Ball

by Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers
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I’ll be (C)down to get you in a tax i, (A7)hon ey, you (D7)bet ter be read y a bout half past eight.

Now, dear ie, don’t be late, I want to (C)be there (Ebdim7)when the (Dm7)band starts (G7)play ing.

Re (C)mem ber when we get there, (A7)hon ey, the (D7)two steps, I’m goin’ to have ’em all.

Goin’ to (F)dance out both my shoes,

when they (C)play the “Jel ly Roll (A7)Blues,”

to (D7)mor row night at the (G7)Dark town Strut ters’ Ball.

The Darktown Strutters' Ball — Piano Lead Sheet

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"The Darktown Strutters' Ball" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 120 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “The Darktown Strutters' Ball

Where are the chord symbols for "The Darktown Strutters' Ball" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "The Darktown Strutters' Ball" is in C.
What key is "The Darktown Strutters' Ball" by Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers played in?
The Darktown Strutters' Ball is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Darktown Strutters' Ball"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The Darktown Strutters' Ball" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "The Darktown Strutters' Ball"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "The Darktown Strutters' Ball"?
"The Darktown Strutters' Ball" was originally performed by Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "The Darktown Strutters' Ball"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: A7, B7, C, D7, Dm7, E7, Ebdim7, F, +2 more.
Does "The Darktown Strutters' Ball" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "The Darktown Strutters' Ball" is in the key of C at 120 BPM.
What chords are in "The Darktown Strutters' Ball"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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