Time, Love and Tenderness — Piano, Vocal & Guitar Sheet Music
Michael Bolton’s iconic love song, professionally arranged for piano, vocals and guitar by Paul Lorenz — 600 DPI, performance-licensed, instant download
Some songs resist being played badly — and Time, Love and Tenderness is one of them. Written by Michael Bolton and Diane Warren and released in 1991, this defining romantic ballad has graced more wedding receptions and special occasions than almost any other song of its era. The editions available from mass-market publishers at commodity prices reflect that mass-market approach: small staves, poor resolution, typography that looks out of place on a professional music stand. This edition is different.
Paul Lorenz’s piano, vocal, and guitar arrangement delivers the quality the song deserves: professional engraving at 600 DPI, clean chord symbols that any guitarist can sight-read, and a layout optimized for both home printing and iPad performance. A performance license is included as standard — use it at any wedding, reception, or public event with complete confidence. For pianists and small ensembles who want sheet music that looks as professional as the performance itself, this is the edition.
Choose your “Time, Love and Tenderness” edition
Piano, Vocal, Guitar
€5.90The professional PVG edition of Michael Bolton’s most enduring love song — cleanly engraved, retina-sharp, and licensed for live performance. Includes guitar chord symbols and diagrams throughout.
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Quality in detail
- Professional Engraving: Not a scan, not a MIDI export — a hand-crafted professional edition with clean notation, logical spacing, and a layout that looks right on any music stand.
- 600 DPI Resolution: Prints sharply on any home printer in A4 or Letter format. Displays without pixelation on iPad, Android tablet, or retina MacBook — ideal for forScore users.
- Guitar Chord Symbols: Standard chord notation and diagrams throughout. Hand the sheet to any guitarist and they are ready to play without additional explanation.
- Performance License Included: Use it at weddings, receptions, and public events. License covers all standard performance contexts — no ASCAP, BMI, or PRS uncertainty.
- Instant PDF Delivery: Available within seconds of payment via PayHip. No account required, no streaming subscription, no DRM restrictions.
- Bespoke Transposition Available: Need it in a different key for a specific vocalist? Contact Paul Lorenz Music for a custom transposition — a service unique in the industry.
Time, Love and Tenderness sheet music at a glance
| Song | Time, Love and Tenderness — Michael Bolton & Diane Warren, 1991 |
| Arrangement | Piano, vocal and guitar (PVG) with guitar chord symbols and diagrams throughout |
| Arranger | Paul Lorenz — arrangements recorded with the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Road |
| Scoring | Complete piano, vocal and guitar score in a single PDF |
| Difficulty | Grade 3 — Intermediate; skilled amateurs and professionals alike |
| Format | High-resolution 600 DPI PDF — instant download, print- and tablet-ready |
| Licensing | Licensed arrangement with performance license included; standard PRO reporting (ASCAP/BMI/PRS/GEMA) |
| Vocal range | Michael Bolton’s original key — baritone/tenor, approx. B2–G4 |
| Price | €5.90 |
Is this edition right for you?
A defining romantic ballad that has graced more wedding receptions than almost any other song of its era — and one that deserves sheet music worthy of the moment. This edition is written for:
- Wedding and event pianists who need a score that looks professional on the stand
- Singer-guitarist duos relying on clean, sight-readable chord symbols
- iPad and forScore performers who need crisp notation with no pixelation
- Skilled amateurs preparing a memorable performance for a special occasion
Need a transposition or a different voicing? Paul Lorenz adapts it on request — just ask before you buy.
What you receive
- The complete piano, vocal and guitar score
- Guitar chord symbols and diagrams, notated throughout
- High-resolution 600 DPI PDF, delivered instantly and yours to keep — no rental
- A Performance License Certificate for live public performance
Programming Time, Love and Tenderness
This is a centerpiece ballad — best placed where a programme wants to slow, breathe and turn intimate, whether at a ceremony, a first dance or the heart of a recital set. Keep the tempo unhurried and let the vocal line carry the melody while the piano stays supportive rather than showy; the guitar chords are written to lock in with the accompaniment without rehearsal. In Michael Bolton’s original key it sits comfortably for a baritone or tenor, and a request-only transposition lets you tailor it to your vocalist. Explore the related arrangements below to build the rest of the programme.
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Time, Love and Tenderness sheet music — frequently asked questions
What exactly is included in the download?
You receive the complete piano, vocal, and guitar score — including standard chord symbols and diagrams throughout the arrangement — plus a Performance License Certificate. Everything is delivered as a single high-resolution 600 DPI PDF, optimized for both home printing (A4/Letter) and tablet display (iPad, Android).
What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?
Grade 3 — Intermediate. Accessible to skilled amateur pianists and fully suitable for professional performance at weddings and events. The vocal range follows Michael Bolton’s original key, with a baritone/tenor range of approximately B2–G4. A transposition is available on request for vocalists who need a different key.
Is a performance license included?
Yes — a performance license for live public performance is included with your purchase. No additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting is required for the arrangement itself. Standard venue licensing applies for ticketed performances, as is the case with any repertoire. If you have questions about your specific performance context, contact us before purchasing.
Can the arrangement be customized for my ensemble?
Yes. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customization, including key transpositions for vocalists with a different range. If you perform this song regularly and need a specific key, contact us directly — our team will provide a tailored version. This is a service not available from any other publisher of this arrangement.
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. Our team is happy to answer questions about the arrangement, key, or suitability before you commit.