California, Here I Come

by Al Jolson

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(Em)When the (Em)win try (Em7)winds are (A7)blow ing (Am7)and the (Em)snow is (C7)start ing (B7)in to (Em)fall,

then

my (Em)eyes

turn (Em7)west

ward, (A7)know ing (Am7)that’s the (Em)place

I (C7)love the (B7)best of (Em)all.

Cal

i (G)for

(G7)nia, (F)I’ve (C)been blue,

(G7)since

(G11)I’ve

(G)been

(G7)a

(F)way (C)from

(B7)you.

(Em)I

can’t

(Em)wait

’til

(Em7)I

get

(A7)go ing.

(Am7)E ven (Em)now

I’m

(C7)start ing (B7)in to (Em)call,

(G7)oh,

(C)Cal

i

(C)for

nia,

(F)here I

come,

(G7)right

(Dm7)back

(A#dim7)where

(G7)I

(C)start ed

from,

where bow ers

of flow ers (G7)bloom in (G7)the sun.

Each morn ing,

at dawn ing, (G7)bird (CN.C.)ies sing and ev ’ry thing.

A (C)sun kissed

(C)miss said,

(F)“Don’t be

late.”

(G7)That’s (Dm7)why

(A#dim7)I (G7)can

(Em7)hard ly

(A7)wait.

(Dm)O (A7)pen

(Dm)up (F#dim)that

(C)Gold (E7)en

(Am)Gate;

Cal i (D7)for nia,

(F)here (G7)I

(C)come!

(C)Cal i

(C)for nia,

(F)here I

come,

(G7)right (Dm7)back

(A#dim7)where (G7)I

(C)start ed

from,

where bow ers of flow ers (G7)bloom in (G7)the sun.

Each morn ing, at dawn ing, (G7)bird (CN.C.)ies sing and ev ’ry thing.

A (C)sun kissed

(C)miss said,

(F)“Don’t be

late.”

(G7)That’s (Dm7)why

(A#dim7)I (G7)can

(Em7)hard ly

(A7)wait.

(Dm)O (A7)pen

(Dm)up (F#dim)that

(C)Gold (E7)en

(Am)Gate;

Cal i (D7)for nia,

(F)here (G7)I

(C)come!

(C)come!

California, Here I Come by Al Jolson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “California, Here I Come” by Al Jolson 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 medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "California, Here I Come" 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 "California, Here I Come"?
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 "California, Here I Come" use?
Just 25 chords: A#dim7, A7, Am, Am7, B7, C, C7, Caug, +17 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Al Jolson songs work for kids?
Try "I'M SITTING ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "ANNIVERSARY SONG", "MY MAMMY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.