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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "Away In A Manger" by Nat King Cole, in A♭ major at about 91 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "Away In A Manger" by Nat King Cole

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “Away In A Manger” by Nat King Cole.

Away In A Manger
Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The acoustic guitar 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

Genrejazz · vocal jazz · traditional pop
Moodtender · sacred · nostalgic
Signaturegentle jazz ballad with a reverent, intimate feel
A♭ major
Key
91
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

B♭7
E♭min/5
E♭
E♭7
Fm7
G7
A♭
C7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocal
male baritone voice, smooth and warm, delivering the melody with expressive phrasing and a tender, reverent tone
piano
warm, resonant acoustic piano providing rich, extended jazz chords
acoustic bass
soft, walking bassline that underpins the harmony with a smooth, supportive pulse
brush drums
light, brushed snare and subtle cymbal work that adds a gentle swing feel without overpowering
string section
lush, sustained strings that fill the background with a warm, cinematic texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

The Christmas Song (1960)

All of The Christmas Song
Artist

Nat King Cole

Nat King Cole was an American singer and jazz pianist born in Montgomery, Alabama in 1919. He started out leading the King Cole Trio in the late 1930s, building a reputation as one of the finest small-group jazz pianists of the swing era, before crossing over into pop vocal stardom in the 1950s. Over nearly three decades he recorded more than 100 chart hits for Capitol Records, and his warm baritone became one of the most recognized voices in American popular music.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Away In A Manger" in?

"Away In A Manger" by Nat King Cole is in A♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Away In A Manger"?

"Away In A Manger" plays at around 91 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Away In A Manger"?

The core progression is B♭7, E♭min/5, E♭, E♭7, Fm7, and G7, built around the A♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Away In A Manger"?

The recording features piano, acoustic bass, brush drums, string section, and vocal.

Can I get "Away In A Manger" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "Away In A Manger" by Nat King Cole, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Away In A Manger" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Away In A Manger" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 91 BPM in A♭ major with 21 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 "Away In A Manger" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "Away In A Manger" 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 "Away In A Manger" on?

"Away In A Manger" appears on The Christmas Song (1960).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

Give it a recording, a YouTube link or an audio file, and its AI transcribes that performance into notation for the instrument and level you choose.

Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

What instruments and formats are available?

Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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Can I download the sheet music as a PDF?

Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

Yes. We have licensed this track from its publisher, so we are permitted to transcribe it and provide the sheet music to you.

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