Try To Remember

by Harvey Schmidt

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Lyrics

(G)Try to re mem ber the (Am7)kind of Sep (D7)tem ber when (G)life was slow and (C)oh, so (D7)mel low.

(G)Try to re mem ber the (Am7)kind of Sep (D7)tem ber when (G)grass was green and (C)grain was (D7)yel low.

(Bm7)Try to re (Em)mem ber the (Am7)kind of Sep (D7)tem ber when (Gmaj7)you were a (Cmaj7)ten der and (F)cal low (D7)fel low.

(G)Try to re mem ber and (Am7)if you re (D7)mem ber, then (G)fol low.

Fol low, fol low, (C)fol low, fol low, fol low, (D7)fol low, fol low, fol low.

(G)Try to re mem ber when (Am7)life was so (D7)ten der that (G)no one wept ex (C)cept the (D7)wil low.

(G)Try to re mem ber when (Am7)life was so (D7)ten der that (G)dreams were kept be (C)side your (D7)pil low.

(Bm7)Try to re (Em)mem ber when (Am7)life was so (D7)ten der that (Gmaj7)love was an (Cmaj7)em ber a (F)bout to (D7)bil low.

(G)Try to re mem ber and (Am7)if you re (D7)mem ber, then (G)fol low.

Fol low, fol low, (C)fol low, fol low, fol low, (D7)fol low, fol low, fol low.

(G)Deep in De cem ber, it’s (Am7)nice to re (D7)mem ber, al (G)though you know the (C)snow will (D7)fol low.

(G)Deep in De cem ber, it’s (Am7)nice to re (D7)mem ber with (G)out a hurt the (C)heart is (D7)hol low.

(Bm7)Deep in De (Em)cem ber, it’s (Am7)nice to re (D7)mem ber the (Gmaj7)fire of Sep (Cmaj7)tem ber that (F)made us (D7)mel low.

(G)Deep in De cem ber our (Am7)hearts should re (D7)mem ber and (G)fol low.

Fol low, fol low, (C)fol low, fol low, fol low, (D7)fol low, fol low, fol low, (G)fol low.

Try To Remember by Harvey Schmidt — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Try To Remember” by Harvey Schmidt 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 G at 105 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 "Try To Remember" 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 "Try To Remember"?
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.