A Thousand Years
by Christina Perri
Electric Guitar - Digital Sheet Music

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By Christina Perri. By Christina Perri and David Hodges. Arranged by Barry McCormick. Film/TV,Pop,Wedding. Guitar Tab with Voice. 7 pages. B. McCormick #3004811. Published by B. McCormick (A0.808744).

“A Thousand Years” Sheet Music (Vocal with Guitar Accompaniment)

Immerse yourself in the timeless ballad “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri, featured in the Twilight movie soundtrack. Our meticulously crafted sheet music captures the essence of eternal love, combining vocals and guitar chords. Whether you’re a performer or a music enthusiast, this arrangement invites you to experience romance through music.

About the Song

“A Thousand Years” resonates with longing and devotion. Written for the novel and subsequent film series Twilight, it captures the love affair between Edward and Bella. The song’s haunting melody and poetic lyrics evoke the timeless promise of forever.

Key Details:
  • Composition Date: 2011
  • Key: G Major
  • Vocal Range: D3 to A5
  • This Arrangment Guitar Level: Upper intermediate Vocal: Upper intermediate.

Sheet Music Details

Our sheet music harmonizes vocals and guitar. The guitar follows a continuous fingerpicking pattern throughout. In the interludes and instrumental sections, the guitar introduces melodic phrases, elevating the accompaniment to an intermediate level.

Vocal Line Suggestions:

  • During instrumental parts, consider adding further instrumentation (such as violin, flute, or cello) to enhance the arrangement.
  • Melodies for these additional instruments are notated with smaller note heads to distinguish them from the sung melody.

Suggestions for Use:

  • Romantic Performances: Showcase “A Thousand Years” at weddings, anniversaries, or intimate gatherings.
  • Music Education: Intermediate-level guitarists can explore the chords and fingerpicking patterns.

About the Arranger: Barry McCormick

Barry McCormick, an accomplished musician and arranger, infuses “A Thousand Years” with heartfelt emotion. His passion for creating accessible music shines through in this arrangement. As you explore the score, you’ll connect with the tender love story woven into every note.
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Barry’s arrangement of “A Thousand Years” invites you to embrace love’s timeless promise—one note at a time. 🎶💕.

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