Happy Birthday to You (Parabéns a Você) — Violin & Cello Sheet Music + Chords + Play-Alongs (PDF/Aud

Happy Birthday to You (Parabéns a Você)
Key: C major
Arrangement: Violin & Cello (simple + advanced) with chords
Composer/Source: Mildred J. Hill (melody) / Patty Smith Hill (lyrics tradition)
Origin (historical context): melody published in 1893 as “Good Morning to All”
Region – Culture: USA
Type: Song
Bonus: Play-alongs (minus one) + reference audios

About this arrangement

This is a practical, performance-ready version of the world’s most famous birthday tune — known in Brazil as “Parabéns a Você” and internationally as “Happy Birthday to You.” Arranged in C major for violin and cello, it includes two difficulty levels (simple and advanced), plus chord symbols so you can easily add guitar, piano/keys, or any harmonic accompaniment.

Because birthdays happen everywhere (and often with very little rehearsal time), this arrangement is designed to be:

• quick to read,
• easy to coordinate as a duo,
• and flexible for different ensembles and settings.

Why this is great for real-life gigs (and teaching)

• Duo-friendly: the parts are clear and written to work well as violin + cello.
• Two versions: use the simple version for fast preparation or beginner players; use the advanced version for a richer, more “concert-like” result.
• Chords included: instantly expand into trio/quartet with guitar/keys, or create your own backing.
• Play-alongs included: practice efficiently with minus-one tracks and reference audios, ideal for students and for polishing timing/intonation before a gig.

Performance tips

Keep the tempo steady and the phrasing “singable.” For a classy sound, shape dynamics naturally (small crescendos into phrase peaks) and aim for clean intonation in C major (open strings can help, but don’t let them dominate the balance). If you want a more festive vibe, add light rhythmic emphasis; if you want a more elegant result, keep articulation smooth and let the harmony breathe.

What you get

• 6 downloadable files (10.9MB) as listed in the product details.