Between Here And Gone

by Mary Chapin Carpenter

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To night the (G)moon my came up, but it was (D)near ly full.

with Way down here on earth I could (D)feel its pull.

The weight of (G)grav i ty or just the (D)lure of light as made me (C)want to leave my on ly (D)home to night.

Yeah, (G)I’m just (C)won der ing how we know where (D)we be long.

Is it (G)in a (C)pho to graph or a dash board po et’s song?

when Well, I have (C)missed my chance of to right some (D)an cient wrong (G)should I (C)find my self be tween (D)here and gone.

Now, I could grab my keys, out, but peel out (D)in my truck I ev ’ry saint on board bring ing (D)me their luck, and I could (G)drive too fast the like a (D)mid night’s thief, is if there (C)was a way is to out (D)run the grief.

Yeah, (G)I’m just (C)won der ing how we know where (D)we be long; in a (G)song that’s (C)left be hind, in a dream I n’t wake from.

when Could I have (C)felt the brush of a soul that’s (D)pass ing on (G)some where (C)find my self be tween (D)here and gone.

Now, I could grab (C)in be tween

(D)here and gone?

Up a bove me

way ward an gels, a blur of wings and (D)grace.

One for cour age,

one for safe ty,

one for just in (D)case.

I thought a (C)in be tween...

Yeah, I’m just (C)won der ing how we know where (D)we be long.

Is it (G)in the (C)arc of the moon leav ing shad ows (Em7)on the lawn in the (G)path of (C)fire flies and a sin gle (D)bird at dawn

(G)sing ing (C)in be tween

(D)here and gone?

Between Here And Gone by Mary Chapin Carpenter — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Between Here And Gone” by Mary Chapin Carpenter 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 90 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 "Between Here And Gone" 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 "Between Here And Gone"?
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 "Between Here And Gone" use?
Just 5 chords: Bm7, C, D, Em7, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Mary Chapin Carpenter songs work for kids?
Try "WHERE TIME STANDS STILL", "SHUT UP AND KISS ME", "CLOSER AND CLOSER APART". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.