Tomplay offers you the possibility to give your partner an original and unique gift, a personal musical moment full of tenderness just for her/him. To make your choice easier, we have selected 7 magnificent pieces to play with the Tomplay interactive sheet music.

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced musician, you will certainly find something that suits you. And don’t forget to explore Tomplay’s Collections on our website, which bring together several pieces of sheet music of the same level around a specific theme!

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Ready to make hearts flutter? Here are our 7 favourite pieces to play for Valentine’s Day!

1. Percy Sledge – When a Man Loves a Woman

▶️ Play the recorder sheet music of When a Man Loves a Woman by Percy Sledge

Released in 1966, this piece became one of the emblems of American soul music. It was recorded at the famous FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, a historic place where numerous major R&B and soul works were born.

The song was composed by Calvin Lewis and Andrew Wright, but it is above all the unique performance of Percy Sledge that gave it its identity. His slightly broken voice, as well as the simple and striking orchestration, helped make this hit an essential love song.

In the following decades, the song was covered by many artists, notably Michael Bolton in 1991. Today, it is still frequently used in films, advertisements and ceremonies.

Tomplay offers you the possibility to perform this hit on the recorder in a realistic musical environment thanks to a professional orchestral accompaniment. Our sheet music is available for all levels, with numerous features such as the possibility to slow down the tempo to make your learning easier. 

2. James Horner – My Heart Will Go On (Titanic)

▶️ Play the recorder sheet music of My Heart Will Go On by James Horner

Composed for Titanic (1997), this work is today one of the best-known film songs in the world. James Horner built the melody around a harmonic sequence typical of his compositions of the 90s: simple chords, a very clear main theme, and a slow progression allowing the music to anchor itself in the listener’s mind. The song won numerous awards, including the Oscar, the Golden Globe and several Grammy Awards. Its success went beyond the boundaries of the film to become an independent cultural phenomenon.

Originally, Céline Dion was not very enthusiastic about the idea of recording the song. And yet, the first take performed as a trial was perfect and immediately used for the film. Since then, the song has become the global success we know!

The Tomplay sheet music for recorder of My Heart Will Go On allows you to play the melody with a high-quality orchestral accompaniment faithful to the original.

This sheet music is available for recorder from Beginner to Intermediate levels, with, to facilitate your learning, various features such as note recognition.

3. Elton John – Can You Feel the Love Tonight

▶️ Play the recorder sheet music of Can You Feel the Love Tonight by Elton John

Composed for The Lion King in 1994, this song immediately touched the entire world. It is known that Elton John absolutely wanted this title to be a true “love ballad”, even in an animated film. He is said to have insisted on keeping the tender and majestic tone of the piece despite the studios’ hesitations.

Today, it is one of the most beautiful love songs in cinema: luminous and enveloping. The ideal piece for a magical Valentine’s Day!

With the Tomplay sheet music of Can You Feel the Love Tonight, enjoy a high-quality orchestral accompaniment and interactive tools to enhance this great romantic song. An ideal experience for a magical moment.

4. Händel – Recorder Sonata No. 11 in F major, HWV 369 - I. Larghetto

▶️ Play the recorder sheet music of the Larghetto by Händel

Composed during the years when Händel lived in London, this sonata is part of the works performed in the muffled atmosphere of private salons. The Larghetto, first movement of the sonata, has a calm and serene character. It is music that invites the listener to slow down and savour the moment.

For Valentine’s Day, this movement is particularly suitable for an intimate atmosphere. The melody flows gently, without urgency, like a conversation between two people who understand each other effortlessly. It creates a warm atmosphere conducive to shared moments.

The Tomplay version offers intermediate-level recorder players the possibility to play this piece as a duet with the piano.

5. Mozart – The Magic Flute, K. 620 – No. 17 Pamina’s Aria

▶️ Play the recorder sheet music of Pamina’s aria by Mozart

This aria from The Magic Flute is one of the best-known pieces of Mozart’s opera. Pamina expresses her feelings with deep sincerity, making it one of the most touching pages in the lyrical repertoire. Mozart manages to express the character’s emotions with great simplicity, making the music particularly accessible and moving. 

In the context of Valentine’s Day, this aria evokes sincere attachment, doubt, but also the strength of the loving bond. The melody gives the impression of a confidence, as if Pamina were sharing her emotions with the one who listens. It is a piece that speaks to the heart as much as to the ear.

The Tomplay version allows you to play this work in duet, accompanied by the recorder, with the visual recorder functionality.

6. Ave Maria – Caccini's Ave Maria

▶️ Play the recorder sheet music of Caccini’s Ave Maria

This Ave Maria, often associated with Caccini, is in reality probably a false attribution made by mistake or deliberately. Most specialists agree that Vladimir Vavilov, a Russian guitarist and composer, is the likely author. He used to publish compositions under historical names, either for fun or to bypass certain constraints of the Soviet era. The melody nevertheless possesses a very classical character, which explains why it was attributed to a Renaissance composer.

Since the 1970s, the work has gained popularity, notably thanks to vocal and instrumental recordings that have circulated widely in Europe. It is now found in numerous collections of modern sacred music and is often used as a meditation or concert piece. Its simple and effective melodic style allows expressive interpretation on any instrument.

The Tomplay version offers beginner soprano recorder players a professional accompaniment and interactive tools making it easier to work on tempo and note reading.

7. Nino Rota – Romeo and Juliet – A Time for Us (Love Theme)

▶️ Play the recorder sheet music of Romeo and Juliet – A Time for Us

Nino Rota, an Italian composer renowned for his film music, wrote this theme for the film adaptation of Romeo and Juliet directed by Franco Zeffirelli. The film was a huge success upon its release, notably thanks to its soundtrack, which contributed greatly to its emotional impact.

The melody of A Time for Us is based on a fluid harmonic progression and a simple melodic line that make it immediately recognisable.

This theme has been widely arranged, orchestrated and adapted for numerous instruments. Today it is considered a classic of romantic film music. Its regular structure and expressive character make it an excellent educational and interpretative choice for musicians.

The Tomplay sheet music offers a professional accompaniment allowing the musician to play the piece in a complete musical setting, ideal for working on musicality and continuity of phrasing. Beginner to Intermediate levels are available for both alto and soprano recorder.

Whether you are seeking tenderness, passion or poetry… music will always be the most beautiful language to say “I love you”. 💕