The Darktown Strutters' Ball

by Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers
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Lyrics

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 — Simple Sheet Music

"The Darktown Strutters' Ball" 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 C, 120 BPM.

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About “The Darktown Strutters' Ball”

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.

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