Is "Again I Say Rejoice" 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 "Again I Say Rejoice"?

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 "Again I Say Rejoice" use?

Just 24 chords: A, Am, Am7, Am9, Asus2, B, Bm7, Bm9, +16 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Israel Houghton songs work for kids?

Try "O COME", "WHO IS LIKE THE LORD", "MOVING FORWARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Again I Say Rejoice

· by Israel Houghton

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Lyrics

(E)Re joice in the Lord (C#m7)al ways, and a (Cmaj7)gain I say, and a (D)gain I say re (E)joice in the Lord (C#m7)al ways, and a (Cmaj7)gain I say, and a (D)gain I say re (E)joice.

Come bless the Lord.

Draw near to (D)wor ship (A)Christ, the (E)Lord and bless His name, His ho ly name, de clar ing (D)He is (A)good.

Come bless the Lord.

Draw near to (D)wor ship (A)Christ, the (E)Lord and bless His name, His ho ly name, de clar ing (D)He is (A)good.

is (A)good.

(Am7)O that men would praise Him.

(Cmaj7)O that men would praise Him.

Come bless the Lord.

Draw near to (D)wor ship (A)Christ, the (E)Lord and bless His name, His ho ly name, de clar ing (D)He is good.

(Am7)O that men would praise Him.

(Cmaj7)O that men would praise Him.

Re (E)joice in the Lord (F#m)al (C#m7)ways, and a (Cmaj7)gain I say, a (Dmaj7)gain I say re (E)joice in the Lord (F#m)al (C#m7)ways, and a (Cmaj7)gain I say, a (Dmaj7)gain I say (E)re joice in the Lord (F#m)al (C#m7)ways, and a (Cmaj7)gain I say, a (Dmaj7)gain I say re (E)joice in the Lord (F#m)al (C#m7)ways, and a (Cmaj7)gain I say, a (Dmaj7)gain I say (E)re joice I say (E)re joice.

(CN.C.)O that men (Em11)would praise His name, praise His name to the ends of the earth.

O that men would praise His name, praise His name to the ends of the earth.

O that men would praise His name, praise His name (F#7sus)to (E7sus)the (D7sus)ends of the earth.

(Em11)O that men would praise His name.

A (Am9)gain I say, a (Bm9)gain I say.

(CN.C.)O that men (Em11)would praise His name, praise His name to the ends of the earth.

O that men would praise His name, praise His name to the ends of the earth.

O that men would praise His name, praise His name (F#7sus)to (E7sus)the (D7sus)ends of the earth.

(Em11)O that men would praise His name.

A (Am9)gain I say, a (Bm9)gain I say.

I say, a (Cmaj9)gain I say, a (Dmaj7)gain I say, a (Am9)gain I say, a (Bm9)gain I say

re (E)joice I say (E)re joice in the Lord al ways, and a gain I say, a gain I say re joice in the Lord al ways, and a (Cmaj7)gain I say, a (Dmaj7)gain I say re (E)joice.

Re (E)joice.

Re (Cmaj7)joice.

Re joice.

(F#m7)Re (Cmaj7)joice.

(Esus)Re (E)joice.

Again I Say Rejoice by Israel Houghton — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Again I Say Rejoice” by Israel Houghton 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 E at 128 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 "Again I Say Rejoice" 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 "Again I Say Rejoice"?: 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 "Again I Say Rejoice" use?: Just 24 chords: A, Am, Am7, Am9, Asus2, B, Bm7, Bm9, +16 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Israel Houghton songs work for kids?: Try "O COME", "WHO IS LIKE THE LORD", "MOVING FORWARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.