Let's Face The Music And Dance

· by Irving Berlin

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Let's Face The Music And Dance

Irving Berlin120 BPM

Lyrics

There may be (Ab)trou (Cm)ble a (Cm6)head,

but while there’s (Ab)moon (Cm)light and (Dm7)mu sic, (G7)and (Csus)love, (C)and ro mance...

Let’s face the (C)mu sic and dance.

Be fore the (Ab)fid (Cm)dlers have fled;

be fore they (Ab7)ask us to (D7)pay the (Dm7)bill,

and (G7)while we (F)still (G7)have the (C)chance...

Let’s face the (Fm6)mu sic and dance.

(Ab)Soon

we’ll be with (Ab)out the moon,

hum ming a (Ab)diff ’rent tune,

and (F)then...

There may be (Ab)tear (Cm)drops to (Cm6)shed...

So while there’s (Ab)moon (Cm)light and (Dm7)mu sic, (G7)and (Csus)love, (C)and ro mance...

Let’s face the (D7)mu sic and dance,

(Ab7)dance.

Let’s (Am7)face the (C6)mu sic and dance.

There may be (Ab)trou (Cm)ble a (Cm6)head,

but while there’s (Ab)moon (Cm)light and (Dm7)mu sic, (G7)and (Csus)love, (C)and ro mance...

Let’s face the (C)mu sic and dance.

Be fore the (Ab)fid (Cm)dlers have fled;

be fore they (Ab7)ask us to (D7)pay the (Dm7)bill,

and (G7)while we (F)still (G7)have the (C)chance...

Let’s face the (Fm6)mu sic and dance.

(Ab)Soon

we’ll be with (Ab)out the moon,

hum ming a (Ab)diff ’rent tune,

and (F)then...

There may be (Ab)tear (Cm)drops to (Cm6)shed...

So while there’s (Ab)moon (Cm)light and (Dm7)mu sic, (G7)and (Csus)love, (C)and ro mance...

Let’s face the (D7)mu sic and dance,

(Ab7)dance.

Let’s (Am7)face the (C6)mu sic and dance.

Let's Face The Music And Dance by Irving Berlin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Let's Face The Music And Dance” by Irving Berlin 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 C 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 "Let's Face The Music And Dance" 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 "Let's Face The Music And Dance"?: 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 Irving Berlin songs work for kids?: Try "MARIE", "A PRETTY GIRL IS LIKE A MELODY", "A COUPLE OF SWELLS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.