The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face — Piano, Vocal & Guitar Sheet Music
The Grammy-winning ceremony classic, professionally arranged for Piano, Vocal & Guitar by Paul Lorenz — in C Major, matching the Roberta Flack recording
Written in 1957 as a love declaration delivered across an ocean, and made immortal by Roberta Flack’s 1972 recording — Billboard’s #1 single of the year and a double Grammy winner — “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” is one of the most requested ceremony and romantic performance pieces of the past five decades. Every wedding pianist knows it by reputation. Most also know the frustration: consumer PVG editions from large sheet music retailers rarely specify which artist’s version they represent, the piano voicing is often cluttered or under-arranged, and page turns arrive at exactly the wrong moment.
This professional PVG edition by Paul Lorenz is arranged specifically in C Major, matching the character of Flack’s landmark 1972 recording. The piano part is professionally voiced for live performance, with page turns placed at natural rests — never mid-phrase. The vocal line is clearly engraved without cluttering the staff, and guitar chord diagrams sit above the vocal line for ensemble use. At 600 DPI, the score renders cleanly on paper and on tablet (forScore, OnSong) at any zoom level. Download instantly via PayHip — no account required, no waiting.
The Professional PVG Edition
Piano, Vocal & Guitar
€5.90
The ceremony pianist’s edition — professional piano voicing in C Major, matching the Roberta Flack 1972 Grammy recording. Clear vocal line, guitar chord diagrams, and page turns placed where they belong: at the rests.
- Piano Score (full professional arrangement, C Major)
- Vocal Line with original lyrics
- Guitar Chord Diagrams
- Performance License (PDF)
Every Detail Considered
- Professional PVG Engraving: Clean piano score, vocal line, and guitar chord diagrams — not a consumer reduction or MIDI export.
- C Major — Roberta Flack’s Key: Matches the 1972 Grammy-winning recording exactly — no key guessing for vocal preparation.
- Optimized Page Turns: Placed at natural musical rests — never mid-phrase during a climactic ceremony moment.
- 600 DPI Clarity: Crystal-clear on paper and on iPad (forScore, OnSong) — print from your desk or read from a tablet on stage.
- Performance License Included: Covers public ceremony and concert performances — ASCAP / BMI / GEMA-compliant.
- Instant Download: Purchase once via PayHip — delivered immediately, no account required, no waiting for shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the download?
You receive a complete PVG (Piano, Vocal & Guitar) score: a full professional piano arrangement in C Major, the vocal line with original lyrics, guitar chord diagrams above the staff, and a performance license PDF — all as a single 600 DPI high-resolution PDF ready for print or tablet use.
What is the difficulty level?
Grade 3 — Intermediate to Professional. The piano part is well within the reach of an experienced accompanist with some professional performance background. The vocal range sits in approximately A3 to E5, comfortably suited to a lyric soprano or mezzo-soprano. The vocal line is clearly engraved and does not require sight-reading under pressure.
Do I need a performance license?
A performance license is included with every purchase. It grants rights to perform the arrangement at public ceremonies and concerts. Venues reporting to ASCAP, BMI, GEMA, or AKM should include the performance in their standard PRO reporting. The license PDF is included in your download at no additional cost.
Can the arrangement be customized?
Yes. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customization, including key transpositions to match your vocalist’s specific range — a service unique in the professional sheet music industry. Contact us directly to discuss your requirements before or after purchase.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of our products, we cannot offer refunds once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
