Lullaby (Cradle Song)

by Johannes Brahms

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Lullaby (Cradle Song)

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Johannes Brahms75 BPM

Lyrics

Lul la (C)by and good night, with ro ses be (G7)dight,

with li lies be spread is ba by’s wee (C)bed.

(C7)Lay thee (F)down now and (C)rest, may thy (G7)slum ber be (C)blest, lay thee (F)down now and (C)rest, may thy (G7)slum ber be (C)blest.

(C7)Lul la (F)by and good night,

thy moth er’s de (Gm)light,

bright an gels a round

my dar ling shall (F)stand.

They will (Bb)guard

thee from (F)harms,

thou shalt (C7)wake in my (F)arms,

they will (Bb)guard

thee from (F)harms,

thou shalt (C7)wake in my (F)arms.

Lullaby (Cradle Song) by Johannes Brahms — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lullaby (Cradle Song)” by Johannes Brahms 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 100 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 "Lullaby (Cradle Song)" 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 "Lullaby (Cradle Song)"?
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.