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Times of Your Life (Deluxe Edition): Piano/Vocal/Chords Sheet

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Times of Your Life (Deluxe Edition): Piano/Vocal/Chords Sheet

Times of Your Life (Deluxe Edition): Piano/Vocal/Chords Sheet

Recorded by Paul Anka

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Additional Details
Series: Deluxe Edition
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 6
UPC: 723188011452
SKU: 00-VS1145

More about this title

About the Artist: Paul Anka

Paul Anka is a Canadian-American singer, songwriter, and performer whose career spans seven decades. Born in 1941, he became one of the most prolific songwriters of the late 20th century, penning hits across multiple genres including pop, adult contemporary, and standards. His ability to craft emotionally resonant melodies with memorable lyrics made him a fixture on radio and in live performance venues worldwide.

Anka's compositions have been recorded by countless artists and remain staples of American popular music. Beyond his own recordings, his songwriting legacy includes songs that define entire eras of popular music, and his work continues to be performed by musicians across genres and skill levels.

Why we love this

This is a go-to selection for pianists and singers working in the popular music and jazz standards repertoire. The six-page arrangement captures the nostalgic warmth of Anka's composition while remaining accessible to intermediate players and vocalists who want to add a recognizable, commercially appealing piece to their recital or studio repertoire.

What to expect

This piece carries a reflective, nostalgic quality that invites singers to connect with their audience through memory and emotion. The chord progression supports a warm, conversational tone that feels both classic and intimate, encouraging performers to prioritize lyrical storytelling over technical display.

Who it's for

Pianists and singers preparing popular music or jazz standards repertoire for recitals, competitions, or studio performances. This arrangement works well for intermediate to advanced vocalists who want a recognizable piece that appeals to general audiences and for pianists developing their skills in accompanying singers.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the vocal line so it sits comfortably above the piano accompaniment rather than competing with it; the lyrics carry the emotional weight of this piece.
  • Use the chord symbols to explore variations in the piano voicing between verses and chorus; richer harmonies in the final chorus can build emotional impact without changing the melody.
  • Shape the phrasing around the lyrical content and conversational rhythm rather than strict metric divisions; this song rewards a speaking-singing quality that feels intimate.

How to use it

Include this as a solo number in a recital focused on popular standards or American songwriting, or pair it with other recognizable songs from the same era to create a themed set. It also works as an effective audition or studio piece for intermediate vocalists looking to build a practical performance repertoire.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading piano/vocal score notation with chord symbols
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment in vocal-piano textures
  • Interpreting chord symbols and creating harmonic voicings at the keyboard
  • Phrasing sung melody with lyrical rather than strictly metric emphasis

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