All The Things You Are

by Jerome Kern

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Lyrics

(G)Time and a gain I’ve longed for ad ven ture, (Am7)some thing to make my heart beat the fast er.

(G)What did I long for?

I nev er real ly (A7)knew.

(G)Find ing your love, I’ve found my ad ven ture; (B7)touch ing your hand, my heart beats the fast er.

(Bm7)All that I (Em7)want in (D7)all of this world is (G)you.

(Fm)You

(Bbm7)are

the (Eb7)prom ised kiss of (Abmaj7)spring time that (Db)makes the lone ly (G7)win ter seem (C)long.

(Cm7)You

(Fm7)are

the (Bb7)breath less hush of (Ebmaj7)eve ning

that (Ab)trem bles on the (A)brink of a (D7)love ly (G)song.

You are the (Am7)an gel glow

that lights a (G)star,

the dear est (F#)things I know

are what you (E)are.

(Fm)Some

(Bbm7)day

my (Eb7)hap py arms will (Abmaj7)hold you,

and (Dbmaj7)some

(Gb9)day

I’ll (Cm7)know that mo ment di (Bdim)vine

when (Bbm7)all the things you (Bbm7)are,

(Eb)are

(Ab6)mine!

All The Things You Are by Jerome Kern — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “All The Things You Are by Jerome Kern 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 100 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "All The Things You Are" 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 "All The Things You Are"?
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.
What other Jerome Kern songs work for kids?
Try "SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES", "NOBODY ELSE BUT ME", "WHY DO I LOVE YOU?". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.