The Merry Christmas Polka

by Paul Francis Webster

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They’re (C)tun ing up the (G7)fid dles now, the fid dles now, the (C)fid dles now.

There’s wine to warm the (G)mid dles now and (D9)set your head a (G7)whirl.

A (C)round and ’round the (G7)room we go, the room we go, the (C)room we go.

A round and ’round the (G)room we go, so (D9)set your head a (G7)whirl.

A (D)get your (G7)self a (C)girl.

Now ev ’ry (G7)heart will start to (C)tin gle,

when sleigh bells (G7)jin gle

on San ta’s (C)sleigh.

To geth er (G7)we will greet Kris (C)Krin gle

and an (G7)oth er Christ mas (C7)Day.

Come on and (F)dance the Mer ry Christ mas Pol ka,

let ev ’ry (Bb)one be hap py and (F)gay.

Oh!

it’s the (Bb)time to be (C)jol ly and (F)deck the halls with (Dm)hol ly, so (Gm)let’s have a jol ly hol i (C7)day!

Come on and (F)dance the Mer ry Christ mas Pol ka,

an oth er (Bb)joy ous sea son has be (A)gun.

Roll out the (Gm)yule tide that (C7)bar rels and (Am7)sing out the (Dm)car ols, a (Gm7)Mer ry Christ mas (C7)ev ’ry (F)one!

Come on and (F)dance the Mer ry Christ mas Pol ka,

let ev ’ry (Bb)la dy step with her (F)beau

a round a (Bb)tree to the (C)ceil ing with (F)lots of time for (Dm)steal ing those (Gm)kiss es be neath the mis tle (C7)toe!

Come on and (F)dance the Mer ry Christ mas Pol ka,

with ev ’ry (Bb)bod y join ing in the (A)fun.

Roll out the (Gm)bar rels that (C7)cheer you and (Am7)shout ’til they (Dm)hear you, a (Gm7)Mer ry Christ mas (C7)ev ’ry (F)one!

Come on and (F)one!

The Merry Christmas Polka by Paul Francis Webster — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Merry Christmas Polka by Paul Francis Webster 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 200 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 "The Merry Christmas Polka" 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 Merry Christmas Polka"?
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.