Indescribable

by Chris Tomlin

🎹 Loading song
Preparing player…
1
Play in Full ModesMore Songs for Kids

Same song, different levels

Lyrics

From the high est of (F#)heights to the depths of the

or cre a tions re (B)veal ing Your maj en es (A)ty.

From the col ors of (F#)Fall to the fra grance of Spring,

ev ’ry crea ture u (E)nique in the song that it (A)sings.

(F#)All ex claim ing: In de scrib a ble, un con tain a ble; (E2)You placed the stars in the sky, and You know them by name.

(B)You are a maz ing, God;

All pow er ful, un tam a ble.

(E)Awe struck, we fall to our knees as we hum bly pro claim

(B)You are a maz ing, God.

Who has told ev ’ry (F#)light ning bolt where it should go

or seen heav en ly (B)store hous es lad en with (A)snow?

Who i mag ined the (F#)sun and gives source to its light

yet con ceals it to (E)bring us the cool ness of (A)night?

(F#)None can fath om.

In de scrib a ble, un con tain a ble; (E2)You placed the stars in the sky, and You know them by name.

(B)You are a maz ing, God;

All pow er ful, un tam a ble.

(E)Awe struck, we fall to our knees as we hum bly pro claim

(B)You are a maz ing, God.

(B)You are a maz ing, God.

You are a maz ing, God.

Indescribable by Chris Tomlin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Indescribable by Chris Tomlin 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 B 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 "Indescribable" 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 "Indescribable"?
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 "Indescribable" use?
Just 7 chords: A, B, C#m7, D, E, F#, G#m. Take it one section at a time.
What other Chris Tomlin songs work for kids?
Try "Let God Arise", "Awesome Is The Lord Most High", "How Can I Keep From Singing". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.