This Is Halloween (From The Nightmare Before Christmas)

by Danny Elfman

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Lyrics

(Cm)Boys and girls of ev er y (Fm)age, would n’t you like to see some thing (Cm)strange?

Come with us and (Bb)you will see this, our town of (Cm)Hal low (G)een!

(Gm)This is Hal low een, this is Hal low een!

(Bbm)Pump kins scream in the (C)dead of (Fm)night!

(G#m)This is Hal low een, ev ’ry bod y make a scene.

(Em)Trick or treat ’til the (C#m)neigh bors gon na die of fright.

(Bm)It’s our (Gm)town.

(Bm)Ev ’ry bod y (Gm)scream (Dm)in this town of (E7)Hal low (F#m)een!

I am the one hid ing un der your bed, teeth ground sharp and (G#)eyes glow ing red!

(F#m)I am the one hid ing un der your stairs, fin gers like snakes and (G#)spi ders in my hair!

(Cm)This is Hal low een, this is Hal low een, (G#)Hal low een!

Hal low een!

(Fm)Hal low een!

Hal low een!

This Is Halloween (From The Nightmare Before Christmas) by Danny Elfman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “This Is Halloween (From The Nightmare Before Christmas)” by Danny Elfman 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 120 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 "This Is Halloween (From The Nightmare Before Christmas)" 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 "This Is Halloween (From The Nightmare Before Christmas)"?
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.
What other Danny Elfman songs work for kids?
Try "KIDNAP THE SANDY CLAWS", "THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS", "THIS IS HALLOWEEN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.