Cliffs Of Doneen

by Irish Folksong
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You may (D)trav el far, (G)far from your (C)own na tive (D)home.

Far a (G)way o’er the moun tains, far a (D)way o’er the (Em)foam.

But of (G)all the fine plac es that (D)I’ve ev er been,

sure there’s (G)none to com pare with the (C)cliffs of Don (D)een.

It’s a (D)nice place to (G)be on a (C)fine sum mer’s (D)day.

Watch ing (G)all the wild flow ers that the (D)ne’er do de (Em)cay.

Oh, the (G)hares and the pheas ants are (D)plain to be seen,

mak ing (G)homes for their young ’round the (C)cliffs of Don (D)een.

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Cliffs Of Doneen — Simple Sheet Music

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"Cliffs Of Doneen" 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 G, 120 BPM.

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

About “Cliffs Of Doneen”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Cliffs Of Doneen"?
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 "Cliffs Of Doneen" by Irish Folksong played in?
Cliffs Of Doneen is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Cliffs Of Doneen"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Cliffs Of Doneen" 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 "Cliffs Of Doneen"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Cliffs Of Doneen"?
"Cliffs Of Doneen" was originally performed by Irish Folksong. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Irish Folksong can I play here?
Try "THE ROCKY ROAD TO DUBLIN", "Arthur McBride", "Boulavogue". 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 "Cliffs Of Doneen". Key of G, 120 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.