Stella By Starlight

by Victor Young

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The (F#)song

a rob in (A7)sings

(G13)through (Gm7)years

of end less (F)springs,

(Bb)the (C)mur mur of a (B)brook

at (Em7)e ven tide

that (G)rip ples by a (Am7)nook (D7)where two (B)lov ers hide;

a (A)great

sym phon ic (Dm7)theme,

that’s Stel la by (Fm)star light

and not a (C6)dream.

My (F#)heart

and I a (E)gree

she’s ev ’ry (D)thing

on earth to (C6/9)me.

The (F#)song

a rob in (A7)sings

(G13)through (Gm7)years

of end less (F)springs,

(Bb)the (C)mur mur of a (B)brook

at (Em7)e ven tide

that (G)rip ples by a (Am7)nook (D7)where two (B)lov ers hide;

a (A)great

sym phon ic (Dm7)theme,

that’s Stel la by (Fm)star light

and not a (C6)dream.

She’s (F#)all

of these and (E)more

she’s ev ’ry (D)thing

that you’d a (C6/9)dore.

The (C6/9)me.

Stella By Starlight by Victor Young — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stella By Starlight by Victor Young 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 "Stella By Starlight" 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 "Stella By Starlight"?
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 Victor Young songs work for kids?
Try "Stella By Starlight". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.