Starlight Express

by Andrew Lloyd Webber

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Starlight Express

Easy
Andrew Lloyd Webber96 BPM

Lyrics

When the night is dark est,

o pen up your mind,

the dream be gins, it’s be com ing clear er.

Lis ten to the dis tance,

lis ten and you’ll find

the mid night train is get ting (Ab)near er.

(Eb)Star light Ex (Fm)press,

(Bb)Star light Ex press, are you (Ab)real?

Yes or (Eb)no?

(Fm)Star light Ex press,

(Eb)an swer me “yes.”

I (Ab)don’t want you to (Eb)go.

Take me to the plac es

I have nev er been.

Bring me home safe ly be fore I (Bb)wake up.

I be lieve in you com plete ly

though you may be un seen.

This is not the kind of thing that (Ab)an y one should make (Ab)up.

(Eb)Star light Ex (Fm)press,

(Bb)Star light Ex press, are you (Ab)real?

Yes or (Eb)no?

(Fm)Star light Ex press

(Eb)an swer me “yes.”

I (Ab)don’t wan’t you to (Eb)go.

Star light Ex (Fm)press,

(Bb)you must con fess.

(Eb)Are you (Ab)real?

Do you (Ebmaj7)care?

(Fm)Star light Ex press,

(Eb)an swer me “yes.” I (Ab)need you to be (Eb)there.

Starlight Express by Andrew Lloyd Webber — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Starlight Express” by Andrew Lloyd Webber 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 Ab at 80 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 "Starlight Express" 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 "Starlight Express"?
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.