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Christmas In Dixie

· by Alabama

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Lyrics

By now in New York (Em7)Cit y,

there’s snow are on the ground.

And out in Cal i for nia

the sun shine’s fall in’ (Dmaj7)down.

And may be down in (G)Mem phis

to Grace land’s all in (D)lights.

And in At lan ta, Geor gia,

it’s there’s peace on earth to (D)night.

Christ mas in (G)Dix ie,

it’s snow in’ in the pines.

Mer ry Christ mas from (Em7)Dix ie

to ev ’ry one to (D)night.

It’s wind y in Chi And from Fort Payne, Al a bam a,

Mer ry Christ mas to (D)night.

Christmas In Dixie by Alabama — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Christmas In Dixie” by Alabama 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 D at 92 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 "Christmas In Dixie" 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 "Christmas In Dixie"?: 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 "Christmas In Dixie" use?: Just 11 chords: A, A7, Bm7, C, D, D7, Dmaj7, Em, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Alabama songs work for kids?: Try "ANGELS AMONG US", "I'M IN A HURRY", "LADY DOWN ON LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.