- Contains complete lyrics
Leadsheets typically only contain the lyrics, chord symbols and melody line of a song and are rarely more than one page in length. Musicians will often use these skeletons to improvise their own arrangements. Leadsheets often do not contain complete lyrics to the song.
Song: |
Shall We Dance? |
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Instruments: |
Voice C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
C4-Bb4 |
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Scoring: |
Lyrics/Melody/Chords Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
Eb Major |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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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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MN0183147 |
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Price:
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$3.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $2.99
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Pages: |
2 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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Shall we dance? |
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Appears On:
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Arrangement Details
From: |
The King and I |
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Pages: |
2 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
C4-Bb4 |
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Scorings: |
Lyrics/Melody/Chords Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
Eb Major |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0183147 |
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Tempo: |
Lively |
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Metronome: |
h = 88 |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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Song Details
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Date: |
1951 |
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Publisher: |
Hal Leonard Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0183147 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
Shall we dance? |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The leadsheet edition of “Shall We Dance?” is in Eb major. It is currently available in that key only.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
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Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the leadsheet score for “Shall We Dance?” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this leadsheet arrangement include?
The leadsheet arrangement of “Shall We Dance?” is written for voice and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Shall We Dance?” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Shall We Dance?” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Shall We Dance?” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/2, also known as cut time. Each measure contains two half-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“Shall We Dance?” from The King and I is offered as a leadsheet arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. The original music is by Richard Rodgers. The arrangement spans 2 pages.
It's scored in Eb major. The tempo is lively, at around 88 BPM. It's arranged for Voice and C Instrument.
For vocalists, contains complete lyrics. It's categorized as Movie/TV on Musicnotes. Musicnotes offers 12 arrangements of this song, across a range of instruments and skill levels.
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