Chanukah

by Sheldon Secunda
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Lyrics

(Dm)When the win ter (A7)winds start (D7)blow ing, (G)it’s just (A7)na ture’s (D7)way of (Gm)show ing (Dm)Cha nu kah (Gm)will (Dm)soon (Bb7)be (A)here.

(Dm)I re call when (A7)I was (D7)young er, (G)how I (A7)used to (D7)yearn and (Gm)hun ger (Dm)for this spe (Gm)cial (Dm)time

(Bb7)of (A)year,

(Dm)and it’s still so (Bb7)ver

(G#dim7)y (A7)dear.

(Dm)Cha

nu kah,

(Dm)Cha

nu kah,

a hol i (Gm)day that drives a (Dm)way

(Bb7)all (A)care.

(Gm)Cha

(D7)nu (Gm6)kah,

(Dm)Cha

nu kah,

the sea son (Gm)love by peo ple (Dm)ev

(A7)’ry (Dm)where.

(Dm)Cha

nu kah,

(Dm)Cha

nu kah,

a time for (Gm)giv ing gifts to (Dm)those

(Bb7)we (A)love.

(Gm)Cha

(D7)nu (Gm6)kah,

(Dm)Cha

nu kah,

a time for (Gm)love by peo ple (Dm)ev (A7)’ry (Dm)where.

(Bbdim7)giv ing thanks to (Dm)God (A7)a (Dm)bove.

With pride re (D)call ing might y Ju dah (Gm)Mac ca bee and how he (C)brave ly fought to set his (F)peo ple free.

Men or ah (Bb)can dles burn ing through the (A)nights.

the beau ty (Dm)of the

(C#dim7)Feast (Gm6)of

(A7)Lights.

(Gm)pro claim that (Dm)Cha

nu

(A7)kah

is

(Dm)here.

Chanukah — Simple Sheet Music

"Chanukah" 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 F, 100 BPM.

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

About “Chanukah”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Chanukah"?
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 "Chanukah" by Sheldon Secunda played in?
Chanukah is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Chanukah"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Chanukah" 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 "Chanukah"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Chanukah"?
"Chanukah" was originally performed by Sheldon Secunda. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
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 "Chanukah". Key of F, 100 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.