Is "The Father's Song" 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 Father's Song"?

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 Father's Song" use?

Just 11 chords: Ab, Ab6, Bb, Bb7, Cm, Cm7, Cm9, Eb, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Matt Redman songs work for kids?

Try "Better Is One Day", "Let My Words Be Few", "GRACEFULLY BROKEN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

The Father's Song

· by Matt Redman

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Lyrics

I have heard so (Eb)man y songs,

lis tened to a (Ab)thou sand tongues.

But (Fm7)there is one

that (Bb7sus)sounds a bove

them all.

The Fa ther’s song, the (Bb)Fa ther’s love,

You sung it o ver (Ab)me and for e (Fm7)ter ni ty

it’s (Bb7sus)writ ten on

(Bb7)my (Eb)heart.

Heav en’s per fect mel o dy,

the Cre a tor’s sym pho ny.

You are sing ing o ver me

the Fa (Bb7)ther’s (Cm)song.

(Eb)Heav en’s per fect mys ter y,

the King of love has sent for me.

And now You’re sing ing o ver me

the Fa (Bb7)ther’s (Eb)song.

I have heard so (Eb)man y songs,

lis tened to a (Ab)thou sand tongues.

But (Fm7)there is one

that (Bb7sus)sounds a bove

them all.

The Fa ther’s song, the (Bb)Fa ther’s love,

You sung it o ver (Ab)me and for e (Fm7)ter ni ty

it’s (Bb7sus)writ ten on

(Bb7)my (Eb)heart.

Heav en’s per fect mel o dy,

the Cre a tor’s sym pho ny.

You are sing ing o ver me

the Fa (Bb7)ther’s (Cm)song.

(Eb)Heav en’s per fect mys ter y,

the King of love has sent for me.

And now You’re sing ing o ver me

the Fa (Bb7)ther’s (Eb)song.

(Eb)song.

It’s (Eb)heav en’s per fect mys ter y,

the King of love has sent for me.

And now You’re sing ing o ver me

the Fa (Bb7)ther’s (Eb)song.

The Fa ther’s song, the (Eb)Fa ther’s love,

You sung it o ver (Ab)me and for e (Fm7)ter ni ty

it’s (Bb7sus)writ ten on

my (Cm7)heart.

It’s writ ten on my heart.

You’re sing ing o ver (Cm7)me,

Fa ther.

The Father's Song by Matt Redman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Father's Song” by Matt Redman 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 90 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a beautiful exercise in smooth chord transitions across a rich set of eleven chords in Ab major, and at 90 BPM you have just enough time to think — but not enough to hesitate. Your left hand plays block bass, so focus on locking in those root positions cleanly before adding the right hand; the extended voicings like Cm9 and Fm7 require you to spread your fingers wide, so isolate those shapes until they feel natural under your hand. The trickiest moments will be moving between Cm7 and Ebsus2, and shifting from Gm7 to Ab6 — practice those two-chord pairs in a slow loop until the motion is automatic. Use the sustain pedal generously but change it precisely on each chord shift to keep the peaceful mood without muddiness. I'd suggest hands-separate work first, then combine at around 65 BPM before building up to tempo. This is the kind of song that will genuinely strengthen your confidence with seventh and extended chords in a flat key — once these shapes are in your hands, you'll find dozens of other ballads suddenly feel more approachable.

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Father's Song" 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 Father's Song"?: 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 Father's Song" use?: Just 11 chords: Ab, Ab6, Bb, Bb7, Cm, Cm7, Cm9, Eb, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Matt Redman songs work for kids?: Try "Better Is One Day", "Let My Words Be Few", "GRACEFULLY BROKEN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.