Ariel's Christmas Island

by Marty Panzer

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(F)Come, get a way from (A7)sleigh bells.

(Dm)Come, get a way from (G9)snow.

(Gm7)Come spend a fun filled (Gm6)Christ mas here.

(F)It’s a great (G7)place to (C7)go!

How’d you like to spend (Gm)Christ (F)mas

on (D)Christ (D7)mas (G7)Is (G9)land?

How’d you (C7)like to spend the hol i day a (C7)way a cross co the (F)sea?

How’d you (C7)like to spend (Gm)Christ (F)mas

on (D)Christ (D7)mas (G7)Is (G9)land?

How’d you (C7)like to hang a stock ing on a (C7)great big co co nut (F)sea?

How’d you (C7)like to spend (F)tree?

How’d you like to stay (Bb)up late...

like the is land ers (F)do?

Wait for friends to come (G9sus)sail ing with your (G9sus)pres ents (G9)in a ca (C7)noe?

(F)Just i mag ine our (Gm)Christ (F)mas

on (D)Christ (D7)mas (G7)Is (G9)land,

where you’ll (C7)nev er stray, for ev ’ry day your Christ mas (Dm7)dreams (C7)come (F)true.

(F)Hap py hol i days, you’ve found a ver y spe cial (D)place where (D7)we can (G7)spend these Christ mas (G9)days so close to geth er.

(C7)Sing a long with us, and just the joy we share will (Dm7)make us (C7)close for (F)ev (F#dim7)er!

(F)Hap py hol i days, you’ve found a ver y spe cial (D)place where (D7)we can (G7)spend these Christ mas (G9)days so close to geth er.

(C7)Sing a long with us, and just the joy we share will (Dm7)make us (C7)close for (F)ev (F#dim7)er!

(F)ev er!

How’d you like to stay (F)true...

And we’ll all be (G7)right there,

so close to (F)you.

Ariel's Christmas Island by Marty Panzer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ariel's Christmas Island by Marty Panzer 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 Bb 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 "Ariel's Christmas Island" 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 "Ariel's Christmas Island"?
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 "Ariel's Christmas Island" use?
Just 22 chords: A7, Bb, Bbm, C, C7, D7, Daug, Db7, +14 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Marty Panzer songs work for kids?
Try "Silver And Gold". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.