Is "Witch Doctor" 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 "Witch Doctor"?

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.

Super Simple Piano

Witch Doctor

· by Ross Bagdasarian

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Lyrics

I told the witch doc tor I was in love with you.

And then the (G7)witch doc tor, he (C)told me what to do.

He said that oo ee (F)oo ah ah (C)ting tang (G7)wal la wal la bing bang, oo ee (F)oo ah ah ting (G7)tang wal la wal la bing (C)bang.

Oo ee (F)oo ah ah (C)ting tang (G7)wal la wal la bing bang, oo ee (F)oo ah ah ting (G7)tang wal la wal la bing (C)bang.

I told the witch doc tor you did n’t love me true.

I told the witch doc tor you did n’t love me nice.

And then the (G7)witch doc tor, he (C)gave me this ad vice.

He said that oo ee (F)oo ah ah (C)ting tang (G7)wal la wal la bing bang, oo ee (F)oo ah ah ting (G7)tang wal la wal la bing (C)bang.

Oo ee (F)oo ah ah (C)ting tang (G7)wal la wal la bing bang, oo ee (F)oo ah ah ting (G7)tang wal la wal la bing (C)bang.

(C)bang.

(F)You’ve been keep ing love from me just (C)like you were a mis er, and (G)I’ll ad mit, I was n’t ver y (C)smart.

So (F)I went out and (D)found my self a (C)guy that’s so much (Am)wis er, and (D7)he taught me the way to win your (G7)heart.

(C)bang, ting (Dm)tang wal la (G7)wal la bing (C)bang.

Witch Doctor by Ross Bagdasarian — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Witch Doctor” by Ross Bagdasarian 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 256 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Witch Doctor" 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 "Witch Doctor"?: 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.