Day Is Dying In The West

· by William F. Sherwin

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Lyrics

(C)Day is (F)dy ing (C)in the west,

heav’n is touch (F)ing (C)earth with rest.

(G)Wait and (C)wor ship (G7)while the (C)night

(G7)sets her (C)eve ning (D7)lamps a (G)light (C)through (G)all

(D7)the

(G)sky.

(C)Ho ly, ho ly, ho

ly,

Lord

(G7)God of (C)Hosts!

(F)Heav’n and earth are (C)full of Thee!

(G7)Heav’n and earth are (C)prais ing Thee, (F)O (C)Lord

(G7)Most

(C)High!

(C)Lord of (F)life be (C)neath the dome

of the u (F)ni (C)verse, Thy home,

(G)gath er (C)us, who (G7)seek Thy (C)face

(G7)to the (C)fold of (D7)Thy em (G)brace, (C)for (G)Thou

(D7)art

(G)nigh.

(C)Ho ly, ho ly, ho

ly,

Lord

(G7)God of (C)Hosts!

(F)Heav’n and earth are (C)full of Thee!

(G7)Heav’n and earth are (C)prais ing Thee, (F)O (C)Lord

(G7)Most

(C)High!

(C)High!

Day Is Dying In The West by William F. Sherwin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Day Is Dying In The West” by William F. Sherwin 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 135 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 "Day Is Dying In The West" 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 "Day Is Dying In The West"?: 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 William F. Sherwin songs work for kids?: Try "Break Thou The Bread Of Life". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.