The Christmas Hope

· by Newsong

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Her wish this Christ mas was that (D)Christ mas would (A)just pass her by.

Noth ing could reach her, or (D)an swer her (A)ques tions why.

She feels so a lone.

She won ders if

all hope is gone.

Hope is a can dle, a light in the win dow,

show ing the way for a heart to come home.

Hope is a Sav ior who was born in the man ger,

sent down from Heav en to res cue our hearts.

Our Christ mas hope.

She nev er i mag ined that for (D)her there was hope (A)to find.

Is n’t it a maz ing how (D)God brings a heart (A)back to life?

She’s smil ing now.

She’s find ing out

what Christ mas

(Asus)hope is all a bout.

Hope is a can

Our Christ mas hope,

our Christ mas hope.

(Em7)Hope is a pres ent, a (Bm7)gift free ly giv en to (D)all who re ceive and (Asus)o pen their hearts.

(Em7)Hope is a prom ise for a (Bm7)bet ter to mor row.

In a (D)world filled with sor row, we (A)al ways have Hope is a can dle, a light in the win dow,

show ing the way for a heart to come home.

Hope is a Sav ior who was born in the man ger,

sent down from Heav en to res cue our hearts.

Hope is a can dle, a light in the win dow,

show ing the way for a heart to come home.

Hope is a Sav ior who was born in the man ger,

sent down from Heav en to res cue our hearts.

Our Christ mas hope,

our Christ mas hope,

our Christ mas hope,

our Christ mas hope,

our Christ mas hope,

our Christ mas hope.

The Christmas Hope by Newsong — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Christmas Hope” by Newsong 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 D at 72 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 Christmas Hope" 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 Christmas Hope"?: 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.
How many chords does "The Christmas Hope" use?: Just 11 chords: A, Asus4, Bm, Bm7, D, Em, Em7, F#m7, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Newsong songs work for kids?: Try "WHEN GOD MADE YOU", "THE SONG OF CHRISTMAS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.