Green Pastures

by Emmylou Harris
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Lyrics

Trou bles and (B)tri (F#)als (B)of ten be (E)tray those on in the (B)wea ry bod y to (F#)stray.

But we shall (B)walk (F#)be (B)side the still (E)wa ters with the Good (B)Shep herd (F#)lead ing the (B)way.

Those who have (B)strayed (F#)were (B)sought by the (E)Mas ter, He who once (B)gave His life for the (F#)sheep.

Out on the (B)moun (F#)tain (B)still He is (E)search ing, bring ing them (B)in for (F#)ev er to (B)keep.

Those who have Go ing up home (F#)to (B)live in green (E)pas tures, where we shall (B)live and die nev er (F#)more.

E ven the (B)Lord (F#)will (B)be in that (E)num ber when we shall (B)reach that (F#)heav en ly (B)shore.

We will not (B)shore.

Green Pastures โ€” Simple Sheet Music

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"Green Pastures" in simplified sheet music format โ€” the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of B, 155 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About โ€œGreen Pasturesโ€

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Green Pastures"?
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 โ€” same song, less visual density.
What key is "Green Pastures" by Emmylou Harris played in?
Green Pastures is arranged in the key of B on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Green Pastures"?
The arrangement plays at 155 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Green Pastures" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Green Pastures"?
Yes โ€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Green Pastures"?
"Green Pastures" was originally performed by Emmylou Harris. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Green Pastures"?
This arrangement uses 3 chords: B, E, F#. Only a handful of chords โ€” beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Emmylou Harris can I play here?
Try "BORN TO RUN", "BOULDER TO BIRMINGHAM", "A LOVE THAT WILL NEVER GROW OLD". 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 โ€” helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Green Pastures". Key of B, 155 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 โ€” 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.