Je te laisserai des mots
A delicate French song from 2009 that found a second life through short videos – on MuseScore one of the most-saved pieces of all.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Patrick Watson
- Year
- 2009
- Origin
- From the album Wooden Arms
- Key
- D♭ major
- Level
- Beginner
- Keys recommended
- 76
How difficult is it?
Few notes, calm tempo, one hand carries almost everything. One of the most rewarding pieces for the first weeks.
The real hurdle
The key has five flats. Play the scale through once and the position is yours – the black keys guide the hand.
How long does it take?
One to two weeks.
A rule of thumb, not a rule – how fast it goes depends on prior experience and practice time. This level is an assessment, not a measurement: most pieces exist in arrangements ranging from heavily simplified to concert level. The rating refers to the common arrangement.
Which instrument suits it?
76 keys are enough. Pedal to hold it together, nothing else.
Instruments that suit it
Casio CT-S1 76 EU approx. €270–300Home keyboard with touch response.
Korg B2 EU approx. €350–440The overlooked fifth player: real hammer action from a heritage maker – often the cheapest serious 88.
Roland RP-107 EU approx. €980–1,100Cabinet digital piano with PHA-4 Standard action.
The catalogue lists 233 instruments with verified data – key count, action and connections documented rather than claimed.
Where to find the sheet music
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
Modern editions and arrangements
Simplified versions, modern engraving and arrangements are available from the usual sheet music retailers. We will add direct links here shortly.
Frequently asked questions
How difficult is Je te laisserai des mots?
Few notes, calm tempo, one hand carries almost everything. One of the most rewarding pieces for the first weeks.
What key is Je te laisserai des mots in?
Je te laisserai des mots is in D♭ major.
How many keys do you need for Je te laisserai des mots?
76 keys are recommended.
Who composed Je te laisserai des mots?
Patrick Watson, 2009.
Can you download the sheet music for Je te laisserai des mots for free?
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
How long does it take to learn Je te laisserai des mots?
One to two weeks.
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