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As Time Goes By: Piano Sheet

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As Time Goes By: Piano Sheet

As Time Goes By: Piano Sheet

Words and music by Herman Hupfeld / arr. Melody Bober

Level: Late Intermediate

Item: 00-28440
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"You must remember this, a kiss is still a kiss, a sigh is just a sigh . . . " This standard was made famous in the classic film Casablanca. This late intermediate piano arrangement by Melody Bober has rich harmonies and takes advantage of the various registers of the piano. Fingering, phrasing, pedaling and lyrics are included, making this a highly effective supplement to any lesson.

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Series: Simply Pop Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 4
UPC: 038081309880
SKU: 00-28440

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About the Composer: Herman Hupfeld

Herman Hupfeld (1894-1951) composed "As Time Goes By" in 1931 for a Broadway revue, but the song reached immortality through its use in Michael Curtiz's 1942 film Casablanca. Hupfeld was a skilled songwriter who understood how to write melodies that lodge themselves in memory, and this standard demonstrates his gift for creating emotionally resonant material that transcends its original context. The song's enduring popularity reflects both Hupfeld's craftsmanship and the power of a truly memorable tune.

Why we love this

Melody Bober's arrangement preserves the song's cinematic elegance while giving pianists real musical substance to work with. The rich harmonies and thoughtful use of register create a piece that sounds sophisticated without demanding virtuosic technique, making it genuinely rewarding to perform at the late intermediate level.

What to expect

Romantic nostalgia with understated elegance. The piece carries the warmth of a classic Hollywood moment without sentimentality, offering pianists a chance to explore how restraint and sophisticated harmony can communicate deep emotion more effectively than technical flash.

Who it's for

Late intermediate pianists ready to move beyond lead-sheet arrangements into pieces with genuine harmonic sophistication. Students in private lessons or group classes benefit from learning a song that connects to cultural literacy (the Casablanca reference opens conversations) while building real musicianship.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the melody against accompaniment voices; the supporting harmonies in this arrangement deserve clarity, not submersion.
  • Shape the phrases according to the lyrical content rather than mechanical phrasing marks; let the words guide your rubato and pedal choices.
  • Explore the dynamic possibilities across the different registers Bober uses; moving between low bass figures and higher voicings creates natural shape without overstating the interpretation.

How to use it

This works beautifully in a recital pairing two or three standards together, creating a thematic set that audiences recognize and enjoy. It also functions well as an encore or as a palate-cleanser between more demanding contemporary pieces on a mixed repertoire program.

Skills your students will build

  • Voicing awareness and harmonic independence across registers
  • Pedal technique for sustaining color across register changes
  • Lyrical phrasing and interpretive flexibility within a structured arrangement
  • Reading and executing detailed performance instructions (fingering, phrasing, pedal markings)

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