My Heart Will Go On (Titanic)

The piece at a glance

Composer

James Horner

Year

1997

Origin

Film score for Titanic

Key

E major

Level

Intermediate

Keys recommended

76

How difficult is it?

A relaxed tempo and a clear melody; the four sharps of the original key are the real hurdle.

The real hurdle

E major with four sharps. Many reach for a version in C – lower, but easier under the hand.

How long does it take?

Two to three 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; a soft pedal helps the long melody.

Instruments that suit it

Casio CDP-S360 EU approx. €450–500
Portable digital piano with Scaled Hammer Action II action.

Yamaha CLP-825 EU approx. €1,350–1,650
Cabinet digital piano with GrandTouch-S action.

Kawai MP7SE EU approx. €1,400–1,550
The stage all-rounder with Kawai’s RHIII feel – favourite of many pianists with stage jobs.

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

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