It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas

by Meredith Willson

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Lyrics

It’s be (Ab)gin ning to look a (Db)lot like (Ab)Christ mas,

ev ’ry (C7)where you (Db)go;

(F7)Take a (Bbm7)look in the five and (Eb7)ten, glis ten ing once a (Ab6)gain, (B)with (Eb)can dy (Edim7)canes and (Bb7)sil ver lanes a (Bbm7)glow.

It’s be (Ab)gin ning to look a (Db)lot like (Ab)Christ mas,

toys in (C7)ev ’ry (Db)store.

(F7)But the (Bbm7)pret ti est sight to (Bdim)see is the (Ab)hol ly (Ab)that will (F7)be on your (Bbm)own (Eb7)front (Ab)door.

A pair of (C7)hop a long boots and a pis tol that shoots is the (Fm)wish of (C7)Bar ney and (Fm)Ben.

(Bb7)Dolls that will talk and will go for a walk is the (Eb)hope of (Bb7)Jan ice and (Eb)Jen.

And (Eb7)Mom and Dad can hard ly wait for school to (Adim7)start a (Eb7)gain.

It’s be (Ab)heart.

It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas by Meredith Willson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas” by Meredith Willson 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 Ab at 128 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 "It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas" 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 "It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas"?
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 "It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas" use?
Just 16 chords: Ab, Ab6, Adim7, B, Bb7, Bbm, Bbm7, Bdim, +8 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Meredith Willson songs work for kids?
Try "TILL THERE WAS YOU", "Gary, Indiana", "It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.