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(G)If the (G)hands of (C)time
(D)were (G)hands that (G)I could (C)hold,
(D7)I’d (G)keep them (G)warm and (Em)in my (Em)hands they’d (Csus)not (C)turn (D)cold.
(G)Hand in (G)hand we’d (C)choose
(D)the (G)mo ments (G)that should (Em6)last;
the (Bm)love ly (Bm7)mo ments (Em7)that should have no (A7sus)fu ture (A7)and no (D)past.
The (Dm7)sum mer from the top of the (Dmaj7)swing,
the (Dm7)com fort in the sound of a (Am7)lull a by,
the (F)in no cence of leaves in the (Amaj7)spring,
but (Am7)most of all the (D)mo ment when (C)love first (Am7)touched me!
(G)All the (G)hap py (C)days
(D)would (G)nev er (G)learn to (F6)fly,
un (Cmaj7)til the hands of (G)time would (Em7)choose to (Am7)wave
(D7)“good
(G)bye.”
Hands Of Time — Simple Sheet Music
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"Hands Of Time" 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, 100 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Hands Of Time”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Hands Of Time"?
- 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 "Hands Of Time" by Michel LeGrand played in?
- Hands Of Time 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 "Hands Of Time"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Hands Of Time" 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 "Hands Of Time"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Hands Of Time"?
- "Hands Of Time" was originally performed by Michel LeGrand. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Hands Of Time"?
- This arrangement uses 20 chords: A7, Am7, Amaj7, Bm, Bm7, C, Cmaj7, Csus4, +12 more.
- What other songs by Michel LeGrand can I play here?
- Try "You Must Believe In Spring", "The Windmills Of Your Mind", "THE WINDMILLS OF YOUR MIND". 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 "Hands Of Time". Key of G, 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.
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