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Our Finest Dreams

· by Mindi Dickstein

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We’ll dim the (Em9)lights.

The crowd will (D)hush.

We’ll start the (Em9)o ver ture and (A13)Beth will sure ly (F#m7)blush.

And when Cla (E)ris sa (Gm)starts to (F#m7)plead,

(Em9)Christ mas will ex (A13)ceed our fin est (D)dreams!

Meg, you will (Em9)die,

like none be (D)fore.

The world will (Em9)shud der when your (A13)bod y hits the (F#m7)floor.

For when Rod (E)ri go (Gm)makes you (F#m7)bleed,

(Em9)Christ mas will ex (A13)ceed our fin est (D)dreams!

Now (A7)A my, as Cla ris sa, on ly (D)pas sion is per mis si ble.

This (A7)trag e dy de pends up on the (D)fire in your eyes.

And (F)Beth, when you’re the moth er,

you’ll be (Eb)no ble, you’ll be pure.

All (Dm7)hearts will melt the (Bb)mo ment Moth er (Gmaj7)cries.

I know you’re (Em9)tired.

I know it’s (D)hard.

But we will (Em9)tri umph when Rod (A13)ri go yells “en (F#m7)garde.” (“Tou (B7)ché!”) Our suc (E)cess is (Gm)guar an (F#m7)teed!

(Em9)Christ mas will be (Gm)thrill ing.

(F#m7)Christ mas will be (B7)go ry.

(Em9)Christ mas will ex (A13)ceed our fin est (Ab)dreams.

(Dbsus4)I’ve got my (Ab)boots and (Db13)hat.

My (Ebm7)mus tache is (Abm7)curled.

I’m (Ebm7)mak ing my (Abm7)en trance (Cbm(ma7))now

with (Eb7)cur tains un (F)furled.

I’ll show them (Ebm7)all I’m no lit tle (Ab7)wom an in a (Ebm7)dress all but toned and (Ab7)pearled.

I’m read y to (Ab)take a (Gb6)bow.

I’ve tak en (Db7sus4)a (Ab)sol emn (Gb6)vow,

with all that (Db7sus4)I (Ab)am, some (Gb6)how:

(Gb)Christ mas (D)Christ mas

will ex ceed our (Cb)fin est (Gb)dreams!

Our Finest Dreams by Mindi Dickstein — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Our Finest Dreams” by Mindi Dickstein 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 D at 120 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Our Finest Dreams" 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 "Our Finest Dreams"?: 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.
How many chords does "Our Finest Dreams" use?: Just 43 chords: A7, A9, Ab, Ab7, Abm, Abm7, Absus4, Adom, +35 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Mindi Dickstein songs work for kids?: Try "TAKE A CHANCE ON ME", "Could You", "I'd Be Delighted". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.