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How to play this song ?

These are single notes, not chords
Each note must be played individually.

There are different notations, like:

A B C DO RE MI Sa Re Ga 1 2 3

You can distinguish the octave by the color of the note and if it is UPPERCASE (high pitch) or lowercase (low pitch). Enjoy!

The Scientist

"The Scientist" is a melancholic yet beautiful song by the British rock band Coldplay, released in 2002 as the second single from their album "A Rush of Blood to the Head." The track is characterized by its haunting piano melody, emotional vocals by lead singer Chris Martin, and poignant lyrics. "The Scientist" explores themes of love, regret, and longing, with Martin singing about the complexities of relationships and the desire to turn back time to fix past mistakes. The song's atmospheric sound and heartfelt lyrics have resonated with listeners worldwide, making it one of Coldplay's most beloved and enduring tracks.
The Scientist - Coldplay

f g f c a , f g f c a
Come up to meet you , tell you I'm sorry
f g f a a a a g f
You don't know how lovely you are
f g f c a , f g f c a
I had to find you , tell you I need you
f g f a a a a g f
And tell you I set you apart

f g f c a f g f c a
Tell me your secrets and ask me your questions
f g f a a a a g f
Oh , let's go back to the start
f g f c a , f g f c a
Running in circles , coming up tails
f g f a a a a g f
Heads on a science apart

f d c f d c f d c
Nobody said it was easy
a c a d a a a a g f
It's such a shame for us to part
f d c f d c f d c
Nobody said it was easy
a c c a c a a a a g f e
No one ever said it would be this hard
a a# f a# a# a# a# a f
Oh , take me back to the start

f g f c a , f g f c a
I was just guessing at numbers and figures
f g f a a a a g f
Pulling the puzzles apart
f g f c a , f g f c a
Questions of science , science and progress
f g f a a a a g f
Do not speak as loud as my heart

f g f c a f g f c a
Tell me you love me , come back and haunt me
f g f a a a a g f
Oh , and I rush to the start
f g f c a , f g f c a
Running in circles , chasing our tails
f g f a a a a g f
Coming back as we are

f d c f d c f d c
Nobody said it was easy
a c a d a a a a g f
Oh , it's such a shame for us to part
f d c f d c f d c
Nobody said it was easy
a c c a c a a a a g f e
No one ever said it would be so hard
a a# f a# a# a# a# a f
I'm going back to the start
If you're tackling 'The Scientist' by Coldplay on wind instruments such as clarinet or trumpet, it's crucial to grasp the song's original key, which is typically in B-flat major. Start by familiarizing yourself with the melody, focusing on smooth transitions between notes and capturing the emotional depth of the piece. Pay close attention to dynamics, utilizing crescendos and decrescendos to convey the song's intensity effectively. Experiment with articulation techniques like legato and staccato to add texture and expression to the melody. Work on breath control to maintain a consistent tone throughout, particularly during longer phrases. As you practice, aim to infuse your interpretation with the heartfelt sentiment characteristic of Coldplay's music.