The Best Of Times

by Jerry Herman

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(F)The (C)best (G#dim7)of (Gm7)times is now.

What’s left of (C9)sum mer but a (Fdim)fad ed (Fmaj7)rose?

The (Gm)best (F#dim)of (Gm)times is now.

As for to (C9)mor row, well, who (Fmaj7)knows?

Who (F6)knows?

Who (F)knows?

So (C)hold (Ddim)this (Gm7)mo ment fast

and live and love as hard as (Fdim)you know (Fmaj7)how.

And (Gm)make (F#dim)this (Gm)mo ment (Gm7)last

be cause the (C9)best of times is (F)now, is (Bb)now, is (F)now.

(Bb)Now,

not (C7)some for got ten (Am)yes ter day.

(Dm)Now,

to (G7)mor row is too (Gm)far a (Eb)way.

(F)So (C)hold (G#dim7)this (Gm)mo ment fast,

and live and love as hard as (Fdim)you know (Fmaj7)how.

And (D)make this (Gm)mo ment last

be cause the (C9)best of times is (F)now, is (Bb)now, is (F)now.

(G)The (D)best (C#dim7)of (Am7)times is now.

What’s left of (D7)sum mer but (F#7)a (F#)fad ed (G6)rose?

The (F)best (B)of (Am9)times is now.

As for to (D7)mor row, well, who (G6)knows?

Who knows?

Who knows?

(G)So (Am)hold (G)this (Am7)mo ment fast

and live and love as hard as (F#)you know (G)how.

And (F)make (E)this (Am)mo ment (Am7)last

be cause the (D7)best of times is (G)now, is (C)now, is (G)now, is (Cmaj7)now, is (Bb)now.

The Best Of Times by Jerry Herman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Best Of Times” by Jerry Herman 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 220 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "The Best Of Times" 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 "The Best Of Times"?
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.