Idina Menzel – Let It Go

Let It Go drum sheet music – a note-for-note accurate transcription of the drum part on Idina Menzel’s “Let It Go”, from Disney’s Frozen (2013). The whole song is written out from the original soundtrack recording in a clean, print-ready PDF.

About Let It Go drum sheet music

“Let It Go” is the show-stopping song from Disney’s Frozen, written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez and sung by Idina Menzel as Elsa. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became one of the most popular film songs ever.

The drums follow the song’s story. They begin with gentle support under the vocal and build, section by section, to a powerful, triumphant climax. That makes it a great piece for learning how to build a song with dynamics – and a favourite for school productions, young drummers and musical-theatre bands.

A drum transcription taken from the original recording

The Let It Go drum transcription on this page is written from the original studio recording – not from a live version and not from a simplified arrangement. If you have been searching for Let It Go drum notes that actually match the record, this is the complete part, from the first bar to the last.

Song sections are clearly labelled, so you always know where you are, and the layout follows the song from start to finish. The PDF is professionally engraved, prints cleanly and reads just as well on an iPad or any other tablet.

Song facts

• Artist: Idina Menzel
• Album: Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (2013)
• Style: film / musical-theatre ballad

What you get

Here is what is included with Let It Go drum sheet music:

• The full song, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording
• Clearly labelled song sections
• Professionally engraved, print-ready PDF
• Instant download after purchase

How to practise Let It Go on drums

Once you have the Let It Go drum sheet music, here is a simple way to learn it:

1. Listen with the sheet music. Follow how the drums grow from the opening to the big final chorus.
2. Start soft. Practise the early sections quietly with a metronome.
3. Plan the build. Mark where each section gets bigger so the climax has impact.
4. Learn the fills. Practise the fills slowly and keep them even.
5. Play with the soundtrack. Follow the vocal and orchestra closely.
6. Record yourself. Check the build-up is gradual and the time stays steady.

Why note-for-note sheet music?

Free versions of Let It Go drum notes online are often tabs typed out by ear, with missing fills and rhythms that don’t match the record. A proper transcription saves you hours of guessing: every part is checked against the original recording, the rhythms are exact, and the layout follows the song so you always know where you are.

Who is this sheet music for?

Let It Go drum sheet music is perfect for beginner and intermediate drummers, school bands and productions, musical-theatre pit drummers and teachers whose students want to play a song they know and love.

About Frozen

Disney’s Frozen (2013) became the highest-grossing animated film of its time, and its soundtrack topped charts around the world. The songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez are now staples of school concerts and theatre productions, which makes them popular choices for young drummers.

More Disney drum sheet music

Want more than one song? The Broadway, TV & Film Drum Sheet Music Collection includes Let It Go together with other songs, at a lower price than buying them one by one. You can also get other Disney songs one by one: Shiny. See them all on the Disney drum sheet music page.

Frequently asked questions

Is this Let It Go drum sheet music the full song?

Yes. It is the full song, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording on Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). Nothing is simplified.

Are these Let It Go drum tabs?

No – it is proper drum notation, which is more precise than tabs because it shows exactly when every note falls. If you are new to reading, it is easier than it looks – each drum and cymbal has its own place on the staff.

When do I get the PDF?

Straight away – the download link appears right after checkout and arrives in your inbox, so you can print it or open it on a tablet.

Is Let It Go good for young drummers?

Yes. The tempo is comfortable and the part is clear to follow, so it works well for students – while the big build-up gives them plenty to work on.

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