So Long, Farewell

by Rodgers & Hammerstein

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Lyrics

There’s a sad sort of clang ing from the clock in the hall and the bells in the stee ple too.

And up in the nurs ’ry an ab surd lit tle bird is pop ping out to say, “Coo coo, coo coo,

coo coo.” Re (Dm)gret ful ly they tell us, (G)but (C)firm ly they com pel us to (Dm7)say good bye

(G9)to (C)you.

So long, fare well, auf wie der sehn, good night.

I hate to go and leave this pret ty sight.

So long, fare well, auf wie der sehn, a dieu.

A dieu, a dieu, to yieu and yieu and yieu.

So long, fare well, au’ voir, auf wie der sehn, I’d like to stay and taste my first cham pagne.

So long, fare well, auf wie der sehn, good bye.

I leave and heave a sigh and say good bye, good (G)bye.

I’m glad to go, I can not tell a lie.

I flit, I float, I fleet ly flee, I fly.

The (C6)sun

has (Cmaj7)gone

to (C6)bed and so must (Cmaj7)I.

So (F)long,

fare (C)well,

auf (F)wie der sehn, good (C)bye.

Good (D7)bye.

Good (G7)bye.

Good (C)bye.

(G)Good (C9)bye.

So Long, Farewell by Rodgers & Hammerstein — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “So Long, Farewell” by Rodgers & Hammerstein 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 "So Long, Farewell" 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 "So Long, Farewell"?
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 Rodgers & Hammerstein songs work for kids?
Try "All At Once You Love Her", "An Ordinary Couple", "A Puzzlement". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.