C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s

by Eddy Arnold
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When (C)I was but a young ster, (F)Christ mas meant one (C)thing: that (G7)I’d be get ting lots of toys that (C)day.

I (G7)learned a whole lot dif f’rent when (C)Moth er sat me down and taught me to spell Christ mas this (G7)way:

(C)“C” is for the Christ Child (F)born up on this day,

(C)“H” for her ald an gels in the (G7)night.

(C)“R” means our Re deem er, (F)“I” means Is ra el,

(G7)“S” is for the star that shone so (C)bright.

(G7)“T” is for three wise men, (C)they who trav eled far,

(D7)“M” is for the man ger where He (G7)lay.

(C)“A”’s for all He stands for, (F)“S” means shep herds came, and (G7)that’s why there’s a Christ mas (C)day.

(C)I was but a young ster, (F)Christ mas meant one (C)thing: that (G7)I’d be get ting lots of toys that (C)day.

I (G7)learned a whole lot dif f’rent when (C)Moth er sat me down and taught me to spell Christ mas this (G7)way:

(C)“C” is for the Christ Child (F)born up on this day,

(C)“H” for her ald an gels in the (G7)night.

(C)“R” means our Re deem er, (F)“I” means Is ra el,

(G7)“S” is for the star that shone so (C)bright.

(G7)“T” is for three wise men, (C)they who trav eled far,

(D7)“M” is for the man ger where He (G7)lay.

(C)“A”’s for all He stands for, (F)“S” means shep herds came, and (G7)that’s why there’s a Christ mas (C)day.

(C)day.

C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s — Simple Sheet Music

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"C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of C, 170 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s" by Eddy Arnold played in?
C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s"?
The arrangement plays at 170 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s"?
"C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s" was originally performed by Eddy Arnold. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: C, C7, D7, Dm7, F, G, G7.
What other songs by Eddy Arnold can I play here?
Try "WHAT'S HE DOING IN MY WORLD", "MAKE THE WORLD GO AWAY", "C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "C-h-r-i-s-t-m-a-s". Key of C, 170 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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