Is "Broken Vessels" 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 "Broken Vessels"?

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 "Broken Vessels" use?

Just 5 chords: C, D, Em, Em7, G. Take it one section at a time.

What other Hillsong Worship songs work for kids?

Try "STRONGER", "JESUS, WHAT A BEAUTIFUL NAME", "MADE ME GLAD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Broken Vessels

· by Hillsong Worship

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Lyrics

Oh, these (Em)piec es, bro ken and (G)scat tered, in mer cy (Em)gath ered, mend ed and whole.

So Emp ty (Em)hand ed, but not for (G)sak en.

I’ve been set free, I’ve been set free.

A (C)maz ing grace, how (D)sweet the sound that (Em)saved a wretch like me.

Ooh, whoa.

I once was lost, but (D)now I am found; was (Em)blind, but now I see.

Oh, I can see Your (G)love.

Oh, I can see the (Em)love in Your eyes,

lay ing Your self (G)down,

rais ing up the (Em)bro ken to life.

You take our (Em)fail ure, You take our (G)weak ness.

You set Your (Em)treas ure in jars of clay.

So take this (Em)heart, Lord; I’ll be your (G)ves sel, the world to see Your life in me.

A (C)maz ing grace, how (D)sweet the sound that (Em)saved a wretch like me.

Ooh, whoa.

I once was lost, but (D)now I am found; was (Em)blind, but now I see.

Oh, I can see Your (G)love.

Oh, I can see the (Em)love in Your eyes,

lay ing Your self (G)down,

rais ing up the (Em)bro ken to life.

You take our

(G)Oh,

(Em7)oh.

(G)Oh,

(Em7)oh.

(G)Oh,

(Em7)oh.

(G)Oh,

(Em7)oh.

A (G)maz ing grace, how (D)sweet the sound that (Em)saved a wretch like me.

Ooh, whoa.

I (G)once was lost, but (D)now I am found; was (Em)blind, but now I see.

A (G)maz ing grace, how (D)sweet the sound that (Em)saved a wretch like me.

Ooh, whoa.

I (G)once was lost, but (D)now I am found; was (Em)blind, but now I see.

A Oh, I can see Your (G)love.

Oh, I can see the (Em)love in Your eyes,

lay ing Your self (G)down,

rais ing up the (Em)bro ken to life.

(G)Oh,

(Em7)oh.

(G)Oh,

(Em7)oh.

A Oh, I can see Your (G)love.

Oh, I can see the (Em)love in Your eyes,

lay ing Your self (G)down,

rais ing up the (Em)bro ken to life.

Oh, I can see Your (G)love.

Oh, I can see the (Em)love in Your eyes,

lay ing Your self (G)down,

rais ing up the (Em)bro ken to life.

Oh, I can see Your Oh, I can see Your (G)love.

Oh, I can see the (Em)love in Your eyes,

lay ing Your self (G)down,

rais ing up the (Em)bro ken to life.

Broken Vessels by Hillsong Worship — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Broken Vessels” by Hillsong Worship 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 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 "Broken Vessels" 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 "Broken Vessels"?: 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 "Broken Vessels" use?: Just 5 chords: C, D, Em, Em7, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Hillsong Worship songs work for kids?: Try "STRONGER", "JESUS, WHAT A BEAUTIFUL NAME", "MADE ME GLAD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.