Danny Boy

· by Frederick Edward Weatherly

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Danny Boy

Frederick Edward Weatherly69 BPM

Lyrics

Oh, Dan ny (C)Boy, the pipes, the (C7)pipes are (F)call ing from (Fm)glen to (C)glen and down the (Am6)moun tain (Fm6)side.

The sum mer’s (C)gone and all the (C7)ros es (F)fall ing.

It’s (Fm)you, it’s (C)you must go and (G7)I must (C)bide.

But come ye (C)back when (F6)sum mer’s (G)in the (Am7)mead ow, or (Dm)when (E7)the (Am)val ley’s (F6)hushed and (Em6)white with (D7)snow.

’Tis I’ll be (C)there (C7)in (F)sun shine (F#)or in (C)shad (Am)ow; oh, (Fm6)Dan ny (C)Boy, oh, (Am7)Dan ny (F)Boy, I (G)love you (C)so.

But if ye (C)come, when all the (C7)flow’rs are (F)dy ing, and (Fm)I am (C)dead, as dead I (Am6)well may (Fm6)be,

ye’ll come and (C)find the place where (C7)I am (F)ly ing, and (Fm)kneel and (C)say an A ve (G7)there for (C)me.

And I shall (C)hear, though (F6)soft your (G)tread a (Am7)bove me, and (Dm)all (E7)my (Am)dreams will (F6)warm and (Em6)sweet er (D7)be.

If you will (C)fail (C7)to (F)tell me (F#)that you (C)love (Am)me, then (Fm6)I shall (C)sleep in (Am7)peace un (F)til you (G)come to (C)so.

But if ye (C)me.

Danny Boy by Frederick Edward Weatherly — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Danny Boy” by Frederick Edward Weatherly 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 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 "Danny Boy" 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 "Danny Boy"?: 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 Frederick Edward Weatherly songs work for kids?: Try "Danny Boy", "Danny Boy", "Danny Boy". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.