Some Other Time (From On The Town)

by Leonard Bernstein

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(C6)Twen ty (Gm7)four ho urs can (C)go so (Gm7)fast,

You (C)look a (Gm7)round,

the (C)day has (Gm7)passed.

(C)When you’re (Gm7)in love

(C9)Time is pre cious stuff;

E ven a (Dm7)life time (G7)is n’t e nough!

(Dm7sus)Where has the time all (Dm7sus)gone to?

(Dm7sus)Have n’t done half the (Dm)things we want to,

Oh, well,

(Dm7)we’ll catch up

some (Am)oth er time.

(Dm7sus)This day was just a (Dm7sus)to ken,

(Dm7sus)Too man y words are (Dm)still un spo ken,

Oh, well,

(Dm7)we’ll catch up

some (C)oth er time.

(Bbm7sus)Just when the fun is (Bbm7sus)start ing,

(Bbm9)Comes the time for (Ab)part ing.

(Bbm7sus)But let’s be glad for (Am7)what we’ve (C6)had, And (D6)what’s

to (G7sus)come.

(Dm7sus)There’s so much more em (Dm7sus)brac ing

(Dm7sus)Still to be done, but (Dm)time is rac ing,

Oh, well,

(Dm7)we’ll catch up

some (C)oth er time.

(Bb)Just when the (Cm7)fun is (F7)start ing,

(Bb)Comes the time for (Bb)part ing,

(Bb)But let’s be (F7)glad for (Bm)what we’ve (D)had and (C#m)what’s

to (A7)come.

(A7)There’s so much more em (A7)brac ing

(A7)Still to be done, but (Dsus)time is (G)rac ing,

Oh, well,

(A11)we’ll catch up

some (D)oth er time.

Some Other Time (From On The Town) by Leonard Bernstein — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Some Other Time (From On The Town)” by Leonard Bernstein 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 Bb at 82 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 "Some Other Time (From On The Town)" 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 "Some Other Time (From On The Town)"?
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 Leonard Bernstein songs work for kids?
Try "A Little Bit In Love", "Lonely Town (from On The Town)", "Make Our Garden Grow (from Candide)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.