Is "Gracefully Broken" 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 "Gracefully Broken"?

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 "Gracefully Broken" use?

Just 9 chords: A, Bm7, D, Dmaj7, Dsus2, E, Esus4, F#m, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Matt Redman songs work for kids?

Try "Better Is One Day", "Let My Words Be Few", "Here for You". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Gracefully Broken

· by Matt Redman

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Lyrics

Take (D)all

have in these hands and mul ti ply,

God,

all that I am, and find my heart

on the al tar a gain.

Set me on fire,

set me on fire.

Oh, take (D)all

have in these hands and mul ti ply,

God,

all that I am, and find my heart

on the al tar a gain.

Set me on fire,

set me on fire.

Oh, take

Here I am,

God,

arms wide o pen,

pour ing out

my life, grace ful ly bro ken.

My (D)heart

stands in awe of Your name.

Your might y love

stands

strong to the end.

You will ful fill

Your

pur pose for me.

You won’t for sake me,

You will be with me.

Here I am,

God,

arms wide o pen,

pour ing out

my life, grace ful ly bro ken,

pour ing out my life a (E)gain.

Here I am,

God,

arms wide o pen,

pour ing out

my life, grace ful ly bro ken,

pour ing out my life a (E)gain.

Here I am,

oh, grace ful ly.

(F#m7)All to Je sus (D)now,

(A)all to Je sus (E)now.

(F#m7)Hold ing noth ing (D)back,

(A)hold ing noth ing (E)back.

I sur (F#m7)ren der.

I sur (A)ren der.

I sur (F#m7)en der,

oh,

I sur (A)ren der.

Here I am

God,

arms wide o pen,

pour ing out

my life, grace ful ly bro ken,

oh.

Here I am,

God,

arms wide o pen,

pour ing out

my life, grace ful ly bro ken,

oh.

Here I am,

Your pow er at work in me, I’m bro ken grace ful ly.

I’m strong when I am weak.

I will be (F#m7)free.

Your pow er at work in me, I’m bro ken grace ful ly.

I’m strong when I am weak.

I will be (F#m7)free.

Your pow er at work in me, I’m bro ken grace ful ly.

I’m strong when I am weak.

I will be (F#m7)free.

Your pow er at work in me, I’m bro ken grace ful ly.

I’m strong when I am weak.

I will be (F#m7)free.

Here I am,

God,

(D)arms wide o pen,

pour ing out

my life,

(D)grace ful ly bro ken.

Gracefully Broken by Matt Redman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Gracefully Broken” by Matt Redman 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 A at 90 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 "Gracefully Broken" 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 "Gracefully Broken"?: 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 "Gracefully Broken" use?: Just 9 chords: A, Bm7, D, Dmaj7, Dsus2, E, Esus4, F#m, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Matt Redman songs work for kids?: Try "Better Is One Day", "Let My Words Be Few", "Here for You". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.