Is "Extraordinary Merry Christmas" 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 "Extraordinary Merry Christmas"?

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 "Extraordinary Merry Christmas" use?

Just 7 chords: Am7, Bm, C, Csus2, Dpow, Em7, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.

What other Glee Cast songs work for kids?

Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Extraordinary Merry Christmas

· by Glee Cast

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Lyrics

He came in to my dreams last night, a great big man in red and white.

He told me that it’s gon na be a spe cial year for you and me.

Un der neath the mis tle toe, hold me tight and kiss me slow.

The snow is high, so come in side.

I wan na hear you say to me: It’s a ver y ver y mer ry Mer ry Christ (Each mas.

one bet ter than the one be fore.) Gon na par ty on till San ta grants my wish (He es.

keeps knock in’ on my front door.) Got my ha lo on; I know what I want: it’s (Em7)who I’m with.

It’s an ex tra or di nar y Mer ry Christ mas.

It does n’t come as a sur prise, a who’s been naugh ty, who’s been nice.

There’s some one here for ev ’ry one.

An oth er year has just be gun.

Si lent night, the not in side; sleigh bells ring un til the light.

The Hearts ex plode; so here we go!

It’s all right there in side your eyes.

It’s a ver y ver y mer ry Mer ry Christ (Each mas.

one bet ter than the one be fore.) Gon na par ty on till San ta grants my wish (He es.

keeps knock in’ on my front door.) Got my ha lo on; I know what I want: it’s (Em7)who I’m with.

It’s an ex tra or di nar y Mer ry Christ mas.

It y Mer ry Christ mas.

(Bm)Won’t you meet me by the tree, (Csus2)slip a way so se cret ly?

(Am7)Can’t you see how this could be the (D5)great est gift of all?

It’s a ver y ver y mer ry Mer ry Christ (Each mas.

one bet ter than the one be fore.) And I will stay with you till San ta grants my wish (He es.

keeps knock in’ on my front door.) Got my ha lo on; I know what I want: it’s (Em7)who I’m with.

It’s an ex tra or di nar y Mer ry, ver y Mer ry Christ mas.

one ter than the one be fore.) It’s a ver y ver y mer ry Mer ry Christ (Each mas.

one bet ter than the one be fore.) It’s an ex tra or di nar y Mer ry Christ mas.

Extraordinary Merry Christmas by Glee Cast — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Extraordinary Merry Christmas” by Glee Cast 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 130 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 "Extraordinary Merry Christmas" 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 "Extraordinary Merry Christmas"?: 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 "Extraordinary Merry Christmas" use?: Just 7 chords: Am7, Bm, C, Csus2, Dpow, Em7, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Glee Cast songs work for kids?: Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.