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Intermediate flute sheet music for "Cielito Lindo" by Charlie Palmieri, in C major at about 115 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Flute Sheet Music for "Cielito Lindo" by Charlie Palmieri

Preview of the intermediate flute sheet music arrangement for “Cielito Lindo” by Charlie Palmieri.

Cielito Lindo by Charlie Palmieri
Flute Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The flute part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreLatin Jazz · Afro-Cuban Jazz · Jazz Fusion
MoodEnergetic · Joyful · Celebratory
SignatureAfro-Cuban jazz fusion with a bright, danceable groove
C major
Key
115
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
C
D7
G
E♭°
Dm
Dm7
G7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroHead (main theme)Solo sectionHead repriseOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

Percussion
Complex, syncopated Afro-Cuban rhythms with congas, bongos, timbales, and shakers driving the groove
Bass
Round, syncopated bassline anchoring the harmonic movement
Piano
Rhythmic, percussive comping and melodic fills that weave through the harmony
Brass
Bright, punchy trumpet and trombone lines delivering melodic hooks and call‑and‑response figures
Percussion (auxiliary)
Additional shakers and cowbell add texture and accentuate the clave pattern
Album & artist
ALBUM

El fantastico Charlie Palmieri (1962)

Released on the Tropical label in 1962, this ten-track record places Palmieri in a Latin jazz and mambo context and runs just under half an hour. It was an early showcase for his piano work and came out during a productive period when he was also leading his charanga group La Duboney.

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Artist

Charlie Palmieri

Charlie Palmieri was a Puerto Rican American pianist and bandleader born in the South Bronx in 1927, the older brother of Eddie Palmieri. He trained at the Juilliard School as a child and went on to become one of the central figures in Latin music in New York, working across salsa, mambo, cha-cha, charanga, and Latin jazz. Colleagues called him 'The Giant of the Keyboard' for his technical command and his range as a soloist, arranger, and ensemble leader.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Cielito Lindo" in?

"Cielito Lindo" by Charlie Palmieri is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Cielito Lindo"?

"Cielito Lindo" plays at around 115 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Cielito Lindo"?

The core progression is A, C, D7, G, E♭°, and Dm, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Cielito Lindo"?

The recording features Percussion, Piano, Bass, Brass, and Percussion (auxiliary).

Can I get "Cielito Lindo" flute sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate flute sheet music arrangement of "Cielito Lindo" by Charlie Palmieri, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Cielito Lindo" flute sheet music easy to play?

"Cielito Lindo" flute sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 115 BPM in C major with 18 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Cielito Lindo" flute sheet music?

Yes. The beginner flute sheet music for "Cielito Lindo" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Cielito Lindo" on?

"Cielito Lindo" appears on El fantastico Charlie Palmieri (1962).

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