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More Than a Memory: Piano/Vocal/Chords Sheet

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More Than a Memory: Piano/Vocal/Chords Sheet

Words and music by Billy Montana, Lee Brice, and Kyle Jacobs / recorded by Garth Brooks

Item: 00-29112

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The legendary Garth Brooks requires little introduction. With over 70 hit singles, 15 charted albums, and over 115 million albums sold in the U.S. alone, Garth has been making country music headlines since his start in 1989. "More than a Memory," the first hit off Garth Brook's box set, The Ultimate Hits, is the first song in history to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard U.S. Hot Country Songs chart.

Alfred introduces the sheet music to the hit single, "More than a Memory." Music includes lyrics, melody line, and chord changes with professionally arranged piano accompaniment.

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Series: Original Sheet Music Edition
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 8
UPC: 038081319735
SKU: 00-29112

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About the Composer: Billy Montana

Billy Montana is a Nashville-based songwriter and producer who has crafted hits across country music's biggest names. His work spans multiple decades of chart success, blending traditional country storytelling with contemporary production sensibilities.

Why we love this

This sheet music brings a contemporary country hit into the studio or lesson space without requiring a full band arrangement. The professionally arranged piano part supports both singers and pianists, making it accessible for voice students, piano students studying popular music, or duet partners working through current repertoire together.

What to expect

Reflective and emotionally grounded, the song carries the warmth of country storytelling while maintaining broad melodic appeal. The professionally arranged piano part provides harmonic support that honors the original without overshadowing the vocal line.

Who it's for

Voice students and singers studying contemporary country repertoire, pianists building skills in accompanying popular music, and duet partners (singer and pianist) looking for well-known material that connects to current musical culture. This works equally well in private studio lessons or ensemble contexts.

How to get the most out of it

  • Pay attention to the chord symbols while playing the piano part; they guide harmonic movement and can help you anticipate melodic phrasing if you're accompanying a vocalist.
  • Singers should study how the lyrical phrasing sits against the melody line. Country songs often sit slightly behind or ahead of the beat, so practice with the accompaniment to lock in the pocket.
  • Balance the vocal line with the piano part. The melody should sit comfortably above the accompaniment without either element overwhelming the other.
  • If accompanying a vocalist, use the chord changes to shape dynamics and support emotional peaks in the lyric.

How to use it

Include this in a recital or studio showcase that celebrates country music and contemporary songwriting alongside classical or musical theater repertoire. It also works as accessible material for students exploring genre diversity within a voice or piano curriculum.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing and playing contemporary country melody with authentic phrasing
  • Reading and interpreting chord symbols in a popular music context
  • Accompanying a vocalist while managing dynamic balance
  • Understanding how lyrical content shapes melodic and harmonic interpretation

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