Is "Lead Me To The Cross" 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 "Lead Me To The Cross"?

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.

Super Simple Piano

Lead Me To The Cross

· by Brooke Ligertwood

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Lyrics

Sav ior, I come.

I qui et my soul,

re mem

(D)ber

re demp tion’s hill

where Your blood was spilled

for my ran

som, yeah.

And ev ’ry thing I (D)once held dear, I count it all as loss.

Lead me to the cross where Your (G)love poured out.

Bring me to my knees.

Lord, I (G)lay me down.

Rid me of my self.

I be (G)long to You.

Oh, lead me,

(Cmaj9)lead me (Dsus)to the (Em)cross.

You were, as I,

tempt ed and tried,

man.

Word be came flesh,

bore my sin and death.

Now You’re ris

en.

And ev ’ry thing I (D)once held dear, I count it all as loss.

Lead (CN.C.)me to the cross (Cmaj9)lead me (Dsus)to Your (G)heart.

Lead me to Your (G)heart.

Lead me to Your (Em)heart.

Lead (CN.C.)me to the cross where Your (G)love poured out.

Bring me to my knees.

Lord, I (G)lay me down.

Rid me of my self.

I be (G)long to You.

Oh, lead me,

lead me,

(C)lead me to the (Em7)cross.

Lead me to the (Em7)cross.

Lead Me To The Cross by Brooke Ligertwood — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lead Me To The Cross” by Brooke Ligertwood 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 G at 80 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 "Lead Me To The Cross" 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 "Lead Me To The Cross"?: 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.