Sunrise, Sunset (From 'Fiddler On The Roof')

by Jerry Bock

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Lyrics

(Gm)Is this the (D)lit tle boy I (Gm)car

(D)ried?

(Gm)Is this the (D)lit tle girl at (G)play?

(Cm)I don’t re (G)mem ber grow ing (Cm)old

er,

(A)when

(A7)did

(Daug)they?

(Gm)When did she (D)get to be a (Gm)beau

(D)ty?

(Gm)When did he (D)grow to be so (G)tall?

(Cm)Soon the full (G)cir cle will have (Cm)come

er,

(A)when

(A7)did

(Daug)they?

(A7)to

(D)pass.

Sun rise, sun set, sun rise, sun set.

Swift ly flow the (Gm)days;

(Cm)seed lings turn (F7)ov er night to (Bb)sun

(Gm)flowers,

(Am7)blos som ing (D7)e ven as we (Gm)gaze.

Sun rise, sun set, sun rise, sun set.

Swift ly fly the (Gm)years;

(Cm)one sea son (F7)fol low ing an (Bb)oth

(Gm)er,

(Am7)la den with (D7)e ven as we (Gm)gaze.

(D7)hap pi ness and (Gm)tears.

Sunrise, Sunset (From 'Fiddler On The Roof') by Jerry Bock — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sunrise, Sunset (From 'Fiddler On The Roof')” by Jerry Bock 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 slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Sunrise, Sunset (From 'Fiddler On The Roof')" 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 "Sunrise, Sunset (From 'Fiddler On The Roof')"?
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.