Is "Call His Name Jesus" 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 "Call His Name Jesus"?

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 "Call His Name Jesus" use?

Just 32 chords: Ab, Ab6, Ab7, Abmaj7, Absus4, Am, Am7, Bb, +24 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Phillips, Craig & Dean songs work for kids?

Try "SAVED THE DAY", "FAVORITE SONG OF ALL", "CRUCIFIED WITH CHRIST". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Call His Name Jesus

· by Phillips, Craig & Dean

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Lyrics

An (Csus2)an gel came down to a vir gin

with a (Em7)heav’n ly (Fsus2)word.

The (Csus2)name of a beau ti ful prom ise

for a (Csus2)fall en (F)world.

For a (D7sus)You will give birth (F)to a Son,

the (D7sus)Child of the Most (F)Ho ly One.

And they will call Him (C)Won der (F)ful,

(C)Coun sel (F)or,

(G)Prince of (Am)Peace, Ev er (Bbsus2)last ing Fa ther.

But (C)one name will (F)stand high a bove all the (G)rest:

(Em7)Je (F)sus,

(F)Je sus.

There’s (C)on ly one (F)name ev ’ry tongue shall con (G)fess:

(Em7)Je (F)sus, call His name Je

(C7sus)sus.

There’s (Csus2)no oth er name that can save us,

no a (Em7)oth er (Fsus2)name.

The (Csus2)No oth er Lord can re deem us;

He’s the (Csus2)on ly (F)way.

For a (D7sus)Child has been giv (F)en for us,

a (D7sus)gift from the Fa (F)ther a bove.

And we will call Him (C)Won der (F)ful,

(C)Coun sel (F)or,

(G)Might y (Am)God, Ev er (Bbsus2)last ing Fa ther.

But (C)one name will (F)stand high a bove all the (G)rest:

(Em7)Je (F)sus,

(F)Je sus.

There’s (C)on ly one (F)name ev ’ry tongue shall con (G)fess:

(Em7)Je (F)sus, call His name Je

(C7sus)sus.

There’s Je (Am7)sus.

Sal (Dm7)va tion, (C)heal ing and grace

in the (C)name a (Gsus2)bove all names.

Call His name (Dm7)Je (C)sus, call His name Je

(C7sus)sus.

(CN.C.)He will be a (Dm7)tow er of strength for the right eous,

might y ref uge from the storm that rag es.

(Abmaj7)Ev ’ry knee shall (Ab6)bow, ev ’ry (Cm7)tongue (D)will cry (Cm)out.

Je sus.

(Dm)Je (C)sus,

(Dm)Je (C)sus.

But (Dbsus2)one name will (Gb)stand high a bove all the (Ab)rest:

(Dbsus2)Je (Gbsus2)sus,

(Gb)Je sus.

There’s (Db)on ly one (Gbsus2)name ev ’ry tongue shall con fess:

(Dbsus2)Je (Gbsus2)sus, call His name Je (Bbm7)sus.

Sal (Ebm7)va tion, (Db)heal ing and grace

in the (Db)name a (Ab)bove all names.

Call His name (Ebm7)Je (Db)sus,

(Cb)Je (Gb)sus,

(Ebm7)Je (Db)sus,

(Cb)Je (Gb)sus,

(Ebm7)Je (Db)sus,

(Cb)Je (Gb)sus,

Je (Db)sus,

(Cb)Je (Gb)sus,

Je (Db)sus,

(Cb)Je sus,

(Db)Je (Gbsus2)sus,

(Ebm)Je (Ab7)sus,

(Db)Je (Gbsus2)sus,

(Ebm)Je (Ab7)sus,

(Db)Je (Gb)sus,

(Ebm)Je (Db)sus,

(CN.C.)Je sus,

Je sus.

(CN.C.)Je sus,

Je sus.

Call His Name Jesus by Phillips, Craig & Dean — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Call His Name Jesus” by Phillips, Craig & Dean 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 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 "Call His Name Jesus" 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 "Call His Name Jesus"?: 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 "Call His Name Jesus" use?: Just 32 chords: Ab, Ab6, Ab7, Abmaj7, Absus4, Am, Am7, Bb, +24 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Phillips, Craig & Dean songs work for kids?: Try "SAVED THE DAY", "FAVORITE SONG OF ALL", "CRUCIFIED WITH CHRIST". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.