To Sir, With Love

· by Don Black

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Those school girl days

of tell ing (F)tales and bit ing (C)nails are gone,

but in my mind

I know they (F)will am still live (C)on and on.

But how who do you (Em)thank some one who has (B7)tak en you from cray ons to per (Em)fume?

(D)What!

It is n’t (G)eas y, but I’ll (D)try.

If you (D)want ed the sky, I’d would (C)write a cross the sky in (D)let ters that would (C)soar a thou er sand feet me (D)high: my heart “To (G)sir,

with (A7)love.”

The time has come

for clos ing (F)books, and long lost (C)looks must end.

And as I leave,

I know that (F)I am leav ing (C)my best friend,

a friend who taught me (Em)right from wrong who and (B7)weak from strong.

from That’s a lot to (Em)learn.

(D)What!

What can I (G)give you in re (D)turn?

If you (D)want ed the moon, I would (C)try a to make sky a (D)start, ters that but (C)I would rath er you let me (D)give my heart to (G)sir,

with (A7)love.

(A7)love.”

To Sir, With Love by Don Black — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “To Sir, With Love” by Don Black 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 100 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 "To Sir, With Love" 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 "To Sir, With Love"?: 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 Don Black songs work for kids?: Try "PLEASE DON'T MAKE ME LOVE YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.