Is "A Wonderful Time Up There" good for a child learning piano?

Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.

What age can start with "A Wonderful Time Up There"?

Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.

Do we need a piano teacher to use this?

No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.

Can we print the sheet music?

Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.

How many chords does "A Wonderful Time Up There" use?

Just 9 chords: A9, C, C7, D, D7, Ddom, Edim7, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Pat Boone songs work for kids?

Try "THE EXODUS SONG", "FRIENDLY PERSUASION", "FRIENDLY PERSUASION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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A Wonderful Time Up There

· by Pat Boone

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Lyrics

Lis ten, ev ’ry bod y, ’cause I’m talk ing to you.

You Je sus is the on ly one to (D)car ry you through.

Now, you (G)bet ter get you read y, for I’m tell ing you why: ’Cause Je sus is a com ing from His (G)throne on high.

We’re Man y are the wea ry and the lone that and sad; they’re gon na wish they had n’t done the (D)things they had.

(G)How’re you gon na feel a bout the things He’ll say (A9)on that (D13)judg ment (G)day?

(G7)Ev ’ry bod y’s gon na have re li gion in glo ry, (C7)ev ’ry bod y’s gon na be sing ing that sto ry, (G7)ev ’ry bod y’s gon na have a won der ful time up (D)there.

Oh, glo ry, hal le lu jah!

(G7)Broth er, there’s a reck on ing a com ing in the morn ing; (C7)bet ter get you read y, ’cause I’m giv ing you the warn ing.

(G)Ev ’ry bod y’s gon na have a (D)won der ful time up (G)there.

Now, Lis ten here, my sis ter, we’re not leav ing you out.

The may not be a preach er, but you (D)sing you and shout.

Now, you (G)What’s the use to wor ry if you’ve been if re deemed?

’Cause Heav en’s e ven bet ter than a (G)mi ser dreamed.

We’re Think a bout the trou ble you could save that some soul; they’re tell them what to do to reach the (D)shin ing goal.

(G)Sure ly you can show them how to find the light, (A9)make the (D13)whole thing (G)right.

(G7)Ev ’ry bod y’s gon na have re li gion in glo ry, (C7)ev ’ry bod y’s gon na be sing ing that sto ry, (G7)ev ’ry bod y’s gon na have a won der ful time up (D)there.

Oh, glo ry, hal le lu jah!

(G7)Broth er, there’s a reck on ing a com ing in the morn ing; (C7)bet ter get you read y, ’cause I’m giv ing you the warn ing.

(G)Ev ’ry bod y’s gon na have a (D)won der ful time up (G)there.

Now, (G)there.

A Wonderful Time Up There by Pat Boone — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “A Wonderful Time Up There” by Pat Boone in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 144 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "A Wonderful Time Up There" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "A Wonderful Time Up There"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "A Wonderful Time Up There" use?: Just 9 chords: A9, C, C7, D, D7, Ddom, Edim7, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Pat Boone songs work for kids?: Try "THE EXODUS SONG", "FRIENDLY PERSUASION", "FRIENDLY PERSUASION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.