Hark, The Herald Angels Sing

by Vince Guaraldi

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Lyrics

Hark, the her ald an gels sing, “Glo ry to the new born King.

Peace on earth and mer cy mild, God and sin ners rec on ciled.” Joy ful all ye na tions rise, join the tri umph of the skies; with an gel ic hosts pro claim, “Christ is born in Beth le hem!” Hark, the her ald an gels sing, “Glo ry to the new born King!”

Hark, The Herald Angels Sing by Vince Guaraldi — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hark, The Herald Angels Sing” by Vince Guaraldi 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 Bb at 120 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 "Hark, The Herald Angels Sing" 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 "Hark, The Herald Angels Sing"?
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 Vince Guaraldi songs work for kids?
Try "CHRISTMAS TIME IS HERE", "Baseball Theme", "Baseball Theme (from A Boy Named Charlie Brown)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.