C Instrument - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1417312

By A Great Big World. By Chad Vaccarino, Ian Axel, and Mike Campbell. Arranged by B. McCormick. Pop,Singer/Songwriter. Lead Sheet / Fake Book. 5 pages. B. McCormick #998860. Published by B. McCormick (A0.1417312).

About the Song

“Say Something� is an emotional piano ballad that tugs at the heartstrings. Originally penned by indie band A Great Big World, it gained widespread recognition when powerhouse vocalist Christina Aguilera lent her voice to a haunting duet version. Here’s what you need to know:

Origins:

Written by duo members Ian Axel and Chad King, alongside Mike Campbell, the song was initially recorded by Axel for his solo album This Is the New Year (2011). Later, A Great Big World reimagined it for their debut album Is There Anybody Out There? (2013) .

After Aguilera performed the song on The Voice, it skyrocketed to fame. The struggle of giving up on a relationship is beautifully encapsulated in the plea to “say something� and salvage what’s slipping away .

At the 57th Annual Grammy Awards, “Say Something� clinched the coveted Best Pop Duo/Group Performance award, showcasing its impact and emotional resonance .
Why Choose This Sheet Music?

Authentic Arrangement:

Our lead sheet and guitar chord sheet faithfully capture the essence of the original recording. Whether you’re a solo performer or part of a band, you’ll find the arrangement true to the song’s soulful vibe.

• Easy to Play: Guitarists will appreciate the clear chord diagrams and strumming patterns provided. Even beginners can master this heartfelt tune.
• Teaching Tool: If you’re an educator, use this sheet music to teach your students about song structure, dynamics, and emotional expression.
• Perfect for Covers: Whether you’re performing at a coffee shop, a virtual concert, or a cozy gathering, “Say Somethingâ€� resonates with audiences. It’s a timeless choice for covers and live performances.

Potential Uses

• Weddings: Picture a tender moment during the wedding ceremony or first dance. “Say Somethingâ€� sets the mood beautifully.
• YouTube Covers: Create captivating content by recording your own rendition. Share it with the world!
• Music Classes: Use it as a teaching aid in vocal or instrumental lessons.
• Emotional Film Scenes: Filmmakers, take note—this song adds depth to poignant scenes.

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C Instrument - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1511772

By The Wolfe Tones. By Fred Fisher, Jesse Lasky, and Sam Stern. Arranged by Thomas Degan. 20th Century,Celtic,Comedy,Folk,Irish,Traditional. Lead Sheet / Fake Book. 2 pages. Thomas Degan #1086922. Published by Thomas Degan (A0.1511772).

My Brother Sylvest' also known as Big Strong Man, is an American song, but often performed by English folk singers and Irish bands.

My Brudda Sylvest' was written in 1908, words by Jesse Lasky and Sam Stern, music by Fred Fisher.

The song is written in an Italian-American dialect about the singer's eponymous brother, described in hyperbolic terms as a man of legendary strength capable of extraordinary feats. The original lyric has him blowing out a house fire, pushing the ocean away to allow him to walk to Italy, killing fifty thousand [native American] Indians, and drinking the ocean dry.

Subsequent versions changed the references from the boxer John L. Sullivan to the Jeffries-Johnson fight of 1910, to American boxer Jack Dempsey, who started boxing in 1914, and even to John Conteh of Great Britain, who fought in the 1970s. Other changes have included the saving of the RMS Lusitania, sunk during the first World War, and swimming from New York to Italy, drinking all the water in the sea, playing every instrument in a brass band in a visit to Japan.