Cinema Paradiso

by Ennio Morricone

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(Em)Se tu (Am7)fos si nei miei (D)oc chi per un (Gsus2)gior (G)no ve (G)dre sti (Bm)la bel lez za che

(Cmaj7)pie na d’al le (Am)gria

io tro vo (B7)den tro gli chi (Em)tuoi i gna ro (Bm)se ma (Cmaj7)gi a

(C#dim)o real (B7)tà.

(Em)Se tu (Am7)fos si nel mio (D)cuo re per un (Gsus2)gior (G)no po (G)tre sti (Em7)ve re un’ i (Bm)de a di (Cmaj7)ciò che sen to (Am)io

quan do mi (B7)brac ci for te (Em)te e (Bm)pet to pet to (Cmaj7)noi

(C#dim)re spi (G)ria

(D)mo (Gsus2)sie

(G)me.

Pro ta go (B7)ni sta del tuo (Em)mor non (Bm)so se sia ma (C#dim)gi a

o real (B7)tà.

(Em)Se tu (Am7)fos si nel la mia (D)a ni ma un (Gsus)gior (G)no sa (G)pre sti (Em)co sa sen to (Bm)me

(Cmaj7)che m’in na mo (Am)rai

da quel l’i (B7)stan te sie me (Em)te e (Bm)ciò che pro vo (Cmaj7)è

(C#dim)so la (G)men

te a (Gsus2)mo

(G)re.

Da quel l’i (B7)stan te sie me (Em)te e (Bm)ciò che pro vo (Cmaj7)è

(C#dim)so la (G)men

(C)te a (Gsus2)mo

(G)re.

Cinema Paradiso by Ennio Morricone — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cinema Paradiso” by Ennio Morricone 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 80 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 "Cinema Paradiso" 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 "Cinema Paradiso"?
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 Ennio Morricone songs work for kids?
Try "Gabriel's Oboe (from The Mission)", "The Good, The Bad And The Ugly (Theme)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.