Halloween Song

· by Traditional

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Lyrics

(Am)Gob lins and witch es ride on a broom.

Ghost ly (Dm)shad ows (Am)steal ’round the room to (Em)night.

To (Am)night is (Em)Hal low (Am)een.

(Dm)Light up the pump (D)kins, (Gm)dress in a (Ddim)sheet.

(Am)Scare ev ’ry (Gm)bod y you (G7)hap pen to (Am)meet to (Em)night.

To (B7)night is (E7)Hal low (Am)een.

Halloween Song by Traditional — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Halloween Song” by Traditional 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 127 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 "Halloween Song" 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 "Halloween Song"?: 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 Traditional songs work for kids?: Try "Bury Me Beneath the Willow", "DECK THE HALLS", "WE SHALL OVERCOME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.