Twilight Time

by The Platters

🎹 Loading song
Preparing player…
1
—
Play in Full ModesMore Songs for Kids

Lyrics

(G)Heav en ly shades of night are fall ing, it’s twi light time.

Out of the mist your voice is call ing, it’s twi light time.

When pur ple (Cm)col ored cur tains (G)mark the end of (E9)day,

I (A7)hear you, my dear at twi light (Am7)time.

(G)Deep en ing shad ows gath er splen dor as day is done.

Fin gers of night will soon sur ren der the set ting sun.

I count the (Cm)mo ments, dar ling, (G)till you’re here with (E9)me.

To (A7)hear you, my dear at twi light (Am7)time.

(A7)geth er, at (D7)last at twi light (G)time.

(B7)Here

in the af ter glow of day

we (Em)keep our ren dez vous (F#dim)be (Em)neath (F#dim)the (Em)blue.

(A7)Here

in the sweet and same old way

I (D7)fall in (Am7)love a gain (Cmaj7)as (Bm7)I (Bbm7)did (Am7)then.

(G)Deep in the dark your kiss will thrill me like days of old,

(Em)Light ing the spark of love that fills me with dreams of old.

Each day I (Cm)pray for eve ’ning (G)just to be with (E9)you,

to (A7)geth er, at (D7)last at twi light (G)time.

Twilight Time by The Platters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Twilight Time” by The Platters 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 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 "Twilight Time" 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 "Twilight Time"?
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.