I'd Be Delighted

by Mindi Dickstein

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I’d be de (E)light ed.

De light ed?

Then of fer him your hand.

De (B7)light ed?

De light ed.

Now let him take com mand.

I’m (E)hard ly de light ed.

You’re (A)danc ing like a (Am)can dle.

(E)No, I can not dance to night.

I’d be de (E)light ed!

Then you go.

The mu sic is en tranc ing.

Ex (B7)ot ic!

Hyp not ic!

The sound of men ro manc ing.

De (E)light ed?

De light ed!

And (A)some of (A)them are (Am)glanc ing!

(E)Peo ple ev ’ry where.

(B7)El e gance to spare.

(E)How can I be sure they’ll (Asus2)like me (Asus2)when I’m (Am6)there?

(E)I can see you danc ing all (C7)night!

I’d be de (Gb)light ed.

De light ed.

So glad we were in vit ed!

Com (Db7)plete ly de light ed.

Who paid the coach man?

I did!

De (Gb)light ed, pro vid ed suc (Cb)cess has been de (Cbm)cid ed.

The (Gb)gloves, the shoes.

Which (Db)ones?

You choose!

No (Gb)hat.

No time!

De (Cbm6)light ed.

De (Gb)light ed!

I'd Be Delighted by Mindi Dickstein — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'd Be Delighted by Mindi Dickstein 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 E at 80 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 "I'd Be Delighted" 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 "I'd Be Delighted"?
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 "I'd Be Delighted" use?
Just 24 chords: A, A7, Am, Am6, Asus2, B, B7, Bb, +16 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Mindi Dickstein songs work for kids?
Try "TAKE A CHANCE ON ME", "Could You", "Our Finest Dreams". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.