From Here To Eternity

by Michael Peterson

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Lyrics

I did (G)ev ’ry thing I could

to (C)get you wait here to to night

with out tell ing you why.

Now, girl, if (G)you on ly would

please (Bm7)hold out your hand

from and just close your eyes.

I’ve been (C)dy ing to ask you a (D)one burn ing ques tion:

Will you be mine?

From (D)here to e (G)ter ni ty, I’m (C)ask ing you to share your life with me.

Now and for ev er, I guar an tee

I’ll al ways stay by your side.

I (D)prom ise my (G)love to you.

I’m (C)will ing and a ble and read y to.

What (C)ev er you need, I am here for you, and I’ll al ways be (G)from (C)here to e (D)ter ni ty.

Well, I saved a

I (E)prom ise my (A)love to you.

I’m (D)will ing and a ble and read y to.

What (D)ev er you need, I am here for you, and I’ll al ways be (A)from (D)here

to e ter ni ty.

From Here To Eternity by Michael Peterson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “From Here To Eternity” by Michael Peterson 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 100 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 "From Here To Eternity" 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 "From Here To Eternity"?
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 "From Here To Eternity" use?
Just 13 chords: A, Am7, Amin, Bm7, C, C#m7, D, Dsus4, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.