- Contains complete lyrics
Song: |
If |
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Voice Treble Clef Instrument Piano | |
Vocal Range: |
G4-C6 |
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Scoring: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
C Major |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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BPM: |
88 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0150962 |
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Price:
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$4.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $3.99
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Pages: |
2 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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If a picture paints a thousand words then why can't I paint you? |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1971 |
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Publisher: |
Sony/ATV Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0150962 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
If a picture paints a thousand words then why can't I paint you? |
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From the Book: |
The Easy Fake Book |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The beginner notes edition of “If” is in C major. It is currently available in that key only.
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What does this beginner notes arrangement include?
The beginner notes arrangement of “If” is written for voice, treble clef instrument and piano, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “If” available for other instruments?
Yes. “If” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “If” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“If” by Bread is available as a beginner notes arrangement in downloadable, printable digital sheet music. It was originally composed by David Gates. It includes 2 pages of music.
The original key is C major. The suggested tempo is around 88 BPM. The arrangement is scored for Voice, Treble Clef Instrument and Piano.
For vocalists, contains complete lyrics. Stylistically, it's Folk-Rock. Musicnotes offers 70 arrangements of this song, across a range of instruments and skill levels.
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