Chattanooga Choo Choo

· by Glenn Miller

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Lyrics

(C6)Par don me boys,

is that the (C6)Chat ta noo ga (C6)Choo Choo?

(C6)Track twen ty nine,

boy you can (G7)give me a shine.

(C6)I can af ford

to board a (C6)Chat ta noo ga (C6)Choo Choo.

(C6)I’ve got my fare

and just a (G7)tri fle to spare.

(C)You (Dm7)leave (C)the (F)Penn syl va nia (C7)Sta tion ’bout a (F)quar ter to four,

(F)read a ma ga (C7)zine and then you’re (F)in Bal ti more.

(Bb)Din ner in the (Bdim)di ner, (F)noth ing could be (D)fi ner (G)than to have your ham and eggs in (C)Ca there you ro are.

li na.

(F)When you hear the (C7)whis tle blow ing (F)eight to the bar,

(F)then you know that (C7)Ten nes see is (F)not ver y far.

(Bb)Sho vel all the (Bdim)coal in, (F)got ta keep it (D)roll in’; (G)Woo to woo, your Chat ta noo ga (C)Ca there you ro are.

li na.

(F6)nev er roam.

So (C)Chat ta noo ga (Am)Choo Choo won’t you choo choo me (C6)home?

So (C)Chat ta noo ga (Am)Choo Choo won’t you choo (G7)choo me (C)home?

Chattanooga Choo Choo by Glenn Miller — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Chattanooga Choo Choo” by Glenn Miller 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 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 "Chattanooga Choo Choo" 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 "Chattanooga Choo Choo"?: 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.
What other Glenn Miller songs work for kids?: Try "TUXEDO JUNCTION", "Always In My Heart (Siempre En Mi Corazon)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.