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Cát Bụi

· by Trịnh Công Sơn

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Hạt bụi (Am)nào hóa kiếp thân tôi Để một (Dm)mai vươn hình hái lớn (Am)dậy

(E7)Ôi cát bụi tuyệt (Dm)vời Mặt trời (E7)soi một kiếp rong chơi Hạt bụi (Am)nào hóa kiếp thân tôi Để một (Dm)mai tôi về làm cát (Am)bụi

(E7)Ôi cát bụi mệt (Dm)nhoài Tiếng động (E7)nào gõ nhịp không (Am)nguôi Bao nhiêu (A)năm làm kiếp con người Chợt một (A7)chiều tóc trắng như (D)vôi Lá (Bm)úa trên cao rụng (E7)đầy Cho trăm (A)năm vào chết một (F#m)ngày Mặt trời (Am)nào soi sáng tim tôi Để tình (Dm)yêu say mòn thành đá (Am)cuội

(E7)Xin úp mặt bủi (Dm)ngùi Từng ngày (E7)qua mỏi ngóng tin vui Cụm rừng (Am)nào lá xác xơ cây Từ vực (Dm)sâu nghe lời mời đã (Am)dậy

(E7)Ôi cát bụi phận (Dm)này Vết mực (E7)nào xá bỏ không (Am)hay

Cát Bụi by Trịnh Công Sơn — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cát Bụi” by Trịnh Công Sơn 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 80 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 "Cát Bụi" 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 "Cát Bụi"?: 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 Trịnh Công Sơn songs work for kids?: Try "Bên đời hiu quạnh", "Biển Nhớ", "Còn tuổi nào cho em". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.