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The Wind Beneath My Wings: Piano Sheet

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The Wind Beneath My Wings: Piano Sheet

The Wind Beneath My Wings: Piano Sheet

Words and music by Larry Henley and Jeff Silbar / arr. Dan Coates

Level: Intermediate

Item: 00-28437
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Bette Midler recorded the Grammy® Award-winning The Wind Beneath My Wings for the 1988 film Beaches. Since then, the song has become one of the most popular ballads ever written. This intermediate piano arrangement by Dan Coates captures the soaring melody and uses a flowing, arpeggiated accompaniment. Fingering, phrasing, pedaling, lyrics and dynamics are included.

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Additional Details
Series: Simply Pop Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 4
UPC: 038081309859
SKU: 00-28437

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About the Composer: Jeff Silbar

Jeff Silbar is a songwriter and composer who has crafted music across film, television, and popular music. His work with co-composer Larry Henley on "The Wind Beneath My Wings" earned a Grammy Award and became a defining ballad of the late 1980s, demonstrating his gift for writing melodies that resonate emotionally with wide audiences.

Silbar's compositions have appeared in numerous film and television projects, establishing him as a skilled craftsperson in the art of memorable, singable melody. His understanding of how music serves narrative and emotional storytelling makes his work particularly valuable for musicians learning to shape popular material with intention.

Why we love this

Dan Coates' arrangement respects the song's emotional core while remaining genuinely playable at the intermediate level. The flowing arpeggiated accompaniment gives pianists enough musical substance to feel engaged, and the inclusion of lyrics invites singers or collaborative performance without requiring a vocalist to make the piece effective.

What to expect

Warm and expansive, with a soaring melodic line that recalls why this song touched so many listeners. The arrangement unfolds with gentle momentum, creating space for reflection without ever feeling stagnant.

Who it's for

Intermediate pianists preparing recital repertoire, wedding musicians, or students looking to build facility with contemporary ballad material. Pianists comfortable with arpeggiated accompaniment patterns and seeking engaging popular music that doesn't oversimplify will find genuine musical substance here.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody phrase by phrase rather than note by note; this ballad lives in longer musical sentences, so think in terms of where each phrase breathes rather than where individual measures end.
  • Use the pedal strategically to blend the arpeggiated harmony without muddying the melodic line. Change pedal at harmonic shifts rather than on every beat.
  • Bring out the dynamics marked in the score. The range from softer passages to fuller moments prevents the arrangement from feeling static over four pages.
  • Let the phrasing and pedaling work together to create legato sound; resist the urge to compensate with overly stretched tempo.

How to use it

Program this as a recital piece that welcomes audience connection; its popularity means listeners often know and appreciate the melody, making it a smart choice for spring or wedding-themed concerts. It also pairs well in a set of contemporary ballads, bridging classical piano technique with accessible popular material.

Skills your students will build

  • Arpeggiated accompaniment patterns and hand independence
  • Pedal control and tone blending in sustained passages
  • Phrasing and shaping longer melodic lines
  • Dynamic contrast and expressive control in intermediate repertoire
  • Coordination of melody, accompaniment, and pedal without muddying harmonic texture

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