On Green Dolphin Street

by Bronislau Kaper

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It (C#dim7)seems like a (Dm)dream,

yet I (G)know it (C6)hap pened.

(C)A (F6)man, a (Em7)maid, a (Dm7)kiss, and (G7#5)then good (C)bye.

Ro (E)mance was the (Fm7)theme,

and we were the (Eb6)play ers.

(Cm)I (G)nev er (Em)think of (Am)this with (D7sus)out (D7)a (C#dim7)sigh.

(C)Lov er,

one love ly (Cm7)day

(D)love came,

(Db)plan ning to (C)stay.

Green Dol phin (G7)Street sup (G)plied the (C)set ting,

the (Fm7)set ting

for (Bb7)nights be (Bb7)yond for (Eb)get ting.

And

(C)through those

mo ments a (Cm7)part,

(D)mem ’ries

(Db)live in my (C)heart.

When I re (G7)call the (E)love I (Asus2)found (Am)on,

(D7)I could (D)kiss the (Am)ground

(Gdim7)on

Green (G6)Dol (G)phin (C)Street.

(C)Lov er,

one love ly (Cm7)day

(D)love came,

(Db)plan ning to (C)stay.

Green Dol phin (G7)Street sup (G)plied the (C)set ting,

the (Fm7)set ting

for (Bb7)nights be (Bb7)yond for (Eb)get ting.

And

(C)through those

mo ments a (Cm7)part,

(D)mem ’ries

(Db)live in my (C)heart.

When I re (G7)call the (E)love I (Asus2)found (Am)on,

(D7)I could (D)kiss the (Am)ground (Gdim7)on

Green (G6)Dol (G)phin (C)Street.

(C)Street.

On Green Dolphin Street by Bronislau Kaper — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “On Green Dolphin Street by Bronislau Kaper 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 "On Green Dolphin Street" 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 "On Green Dolphin Street"?
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.