There's Still My Joy

· by Indigo Girls

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(CN.C.)I brought my tree

down to the shore,

the gar land and the sil ver star,

to find my (Ebmaj7)peace

and (F)grieve no (Gm)more,

(Bb)to (Eb)heal this (Ebmaj7)place in (F)side my (Bb)heart.

On (Bb)ev ’ry (Eb)branch,

I (F)laid some (Gm)bread,

and (Eb)hun gry birds filled (Gm7)up the (F)sky.

They (Bb)rang like (Eb)bells

a (F)round my (Gm)head,

(Bb)they (Eb)sang my spir it (F)back to (Bb)life.

One ti ny (Bbmaj7)Child

can (Eb)change the (Bb)world;

one (F#dim7)shin ing (Gm)Light

can (F7)show the (Bb)way.

Through (Bb)all my (Ebsus2)tears

for (Eb)what I’ve (Dm)lost,

there’s (F#dim)still my (Gm)joy,

there’s (F#dim)still my (Eb)joy

for (F)Christ mas (Bb)Day.

The (Bb)snow comes (Eb)down

on (F)emp ty (Gm)sand,

(Bb)there’s (Eb)tin sel moon light (Gm)on the (F)waves.

My (Bb)soul was (Ebmaj7)lost,

but (F#dim)here I (Gsus)am,

(Bb)so (Eb)this must (Ebmaj7)be a (F7)maz ing (Bb)grace.

One ti ny (Eb)joy

for (F)Christ mas (Bb)Day.

There’s (F#dim7)still my (Eb)joy

for (F)Christ mas (Bb)Day.

There's Still My Joy by Indigo Girls — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “There's Still My Joy” by Indigo Girls 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 Eb at 52 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 "There's Still My Joy" 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 "There's Still My Joy"?: 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 "There's Still My Joy" use?: Just 14 chords: Bb, Bbmaj7, Bbsus4, C, Dm, Eb, Ebmaj7, F, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Indigo Girls songs work for kids?: Try "ALL THAT WE LET IN", "DECONSTRUCTION", "FREE IN YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.