Finale/reprise (From The Nightmare Before Christmas)

by Danny Elfman

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Lyrics

(C)La la la la (F)la la la la.

(Bb)La la la la la la la (Eb)la.

(C#m)Jack’s o kay and he’s (F#m)back, o kay!

He’s al (Fm)right.

Let’s shout, make a (F#m)fuss, scream it (Ab)out.

(A)Jack is back, now, (D)ev ’ry one sing (G#dim7)in our town of (Am)Hal low (E)een.

What’s this?

What’s this?

I have n’t got a (B)clue!

What’s this?

Why, it’s com plete ly (C)new.

What’s this?

Must be a Christ mas (Em)thing!

What’s this?

It’s (B7)real ly ver y (Em)strange.

(F)This is (Dm)Hal low een, Hal low een, (Eb)Hal (Cm)Hal low een.

What’s (Ab)this?

What’s this?

What’s this?

What’s this?

What’s (Cm)this?

What’s this?

What’s (Cm)this?

What’s this?

My dear est (F)friend, if you don’t (Eb)mind,

I’d like to (A7)join you by your (D)side,

where we can gaze in to the (Eb)stars

and sit to (Dm)geth er,

now and for (Bb)ev er.

For it is (Dm)plain

as (A)an y one can (Bb)see,

we’re (A)sim ply meant to (D)be.

Finale/reprise (From The Nightmare Before Christmas) by Danny Elfman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Finale/reprise (From The Nightmare Before Christmas)” by Danny Elfman 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 156 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Finale/reprise (From The Nightmare Before 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 "Finale/reprise (From The Nightmare Before 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.