Is "Ancient Of Days" 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 "Ancient Of Days"?

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 Petra songs work for kids?

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

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Ancient Of Days

· by Petra

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Lyrics

(C)Bless ing and hon or, glo ry and pow er be un to the An cient (G)of (Am)Days.

(C)From ev ’ry na tion, all of cre a tion, (Am)bow be fore the An cient (G)of (C)Days.

(F)Ev ’ry tongue in (Dm7)heav en and earth shall de (C)clare Your glo ry.

(F)Ev ’ry knee shall (Dm7)bow at Your throne in (C)wor ship.

(F)You will be ex (Dm7)alt ed, O God,

(C)and Your (F)king dom shall (Dm7)not pass a (G)way, O (F)An cient of (C)Days.

(C)Bless ing and hon or, glo ry and pow er be un to the An cient (G)of (Am)Days.

(C)From ev ’ry na tion, all of cre a tion, (Am)bow be fore the An cient (G)of (C)Days.

(F)Ev ’ry tongue in (Dm7)heav en and earth shall de (C)clare Your glo ry.

(F)Ev ’ry knee shall (Dm7)bow at Your throne in (C)wor ship.

(F)You will be ex (Dm7)alt ed, O God,

(C)and Your (F)king dom shall (Dm7)not pass a (G)way, O (F)An cient of (C)Days.

(C)Days.

Your king dom shall reign o ver all the earth.

(Bb)Sing un to the An cient of (C)Days.

For (C)none can com pare to Your match less worth.

(Bb)Sing un to the An cient of (C)Days.

(C)Days.

O An cient of (C)Days.

Ancient Of Days by Petra — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ancient Of Days” by Petra 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 C at 120 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 "Ancient Of Days" 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 "Ancient Of Days"?: 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 Petra songs work for kids?: Try "THE COLORING SONG". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.