Get Me To The Church On Time

by Lerner & Loewe

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Lyrics

(G)I’m get ting mar ried in the morn ing.

Ding!

dong!

the bells are gon na chime.

(D7)Pull out the (Ddim)stop (D)per; let’s have a (Ddim)whop (D)per, but (D7)get me to the (Bbm)church (D7)on (G)time!

(G)I got ta be there in the morn ing,

spruced up and look ing in my prime.

(D7)Girls, come and (Ddim)kiss (D)me, show how you’ll (Ddim)miss (D)me, but (D7)get me to the (Bbm)church (D7)on (G)time!

(G)time!

If I am (C)danc ing, roll up the (G)floor!

If I am (A7)whist ling, whewt me out the (D7)door!

(D9)For (G)I’m get ting mar ried in the morn ing.

Ding!

dong!

the bells are gon na chime.

(C)Kick up a rum pus but (G)don’t lose the com pass; and (Bm)get me to the (C)church;

(G)get me to the (Em7)church; (A7)for (G)Pete’s (Bm)sake (G7)get me (A7)to the (Am7)church

(D7)on

(G)time!

Get Me To The Church On Time by Lerner & Loewe — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Get Me To The Church On Time” by Lerner & Loewe 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 200 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 "Get Me To The Church On Time" 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 "Get Me To The Church On Time"?
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 Lerner & Loewe songs work for kids?
Try "THE HEATHER ON THE HILL", "I Could Have Danced All Night", "I Could Have Danced All Night (from My Fair Lady)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.