Is "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" 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 "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters"?

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 Elton John songs work for kids?

Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters

· by Elton John

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Lyrics

This Now I know

it’s got a “Span ish Har lem” (Am)are not (F)just I pret ty words (C)I to say.

in.

I go I thought I knew,

but now I know that rose (Am)trees (F)nev er grow

in New York (Dm)Cit y.

Un til you’ve (C)seen

this (Dm)trash can dream to come (C)true,

you stand man at the (C)edge

while peo (F)ple bo, he run you through.

And I thank the Lord

for there’s (F)peo ple out there I like you.

I thank the Lord there’s the (C)peo ple out there like (Dm)you.

While Mo na Li sas and Mad (Bb)Hat ters, sons of bank ers, sons of law yers

turn a (C)round and say, “Good morn ing” to the night.

For un (E)less they see the (Am)sky,

(C)but they (F)can’t and that (C)is why,

they (F)know not if it’s (G)dark out side or (F)light.

This Broad way’s got,

it’s got a lot of songs to (Am)sing.

not (F)If I know the tunes (C)I might join in.

I go my way a lone,

but grow my own.

My own (Am)seeds (F)shall be sown

in New York (Dm)Cit y.

Sub way’s no (C)way

for (Dm)a good man to go (C)down.

you Rich man at can (C)ride

and the (F)ho bo, he can you drown.

And I thank the Lord

for the (F)peo ple out there I have found.

I thank the Lord for the (C)peo ple I there have (Dm)found.

While Mo na Li sas and Mad (Bb)Hat ters, sons of bank ers, sons of law yers

turn a (C)round and say, “Good morn ing” to the night.

For un (E)less they see the (Am)sky,

(C)but they (F)can’t and that (C)is why,

they (F)know not if it’s (G)dark out side or (F)light.

(F)light.

Now I know

“Span ish Har lem” (Am)are not (F)just pret ty words to say.

I thought I knew,

but now I know that rose (Am)trees (F)nev er grow

in New York (Dm)Cit y.

(F)light.

They (F)know not if it’s (G7)dark out side or (C)light.

Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters” by Elton John 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 slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" 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 "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters"?: 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 Elton John songs work for kids?: Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.