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(Ab6/9)Swal low ing my words,
(Ab6/9)star ing at the floor,
(Fm11)count ing lit tle cracks in the (Cm11)tile,
(Bbm7)strug gl ing to smile with out (Ebsus)chok ing, (Eb)learn ing to be (Ab6/9)si lent.
(Ab6/9)Watch ing how the dust
(Ab6/9)danc es out the door,
(Fm11)no tic ing my hands start to (Cm11)shake,
(Bbm7)con tem plat ing tak ing up (Eb9sus)smok ing, (Eb)learn ing to be (Ab6/9)si lent.
Al ways hear ing, “Hush, Eth el!” “Please, Vi!” (Eb)“Let’s not have this con ver (Abmaj7)sa tion.”
And so I stand by while my mind takes a (Db)small va ca (Eb)tion.
La la la la la (Ab)la la (Bbm)la.
(Ab6/9)Mak ing lit tle sounds
(Ab6/9)oth er folks ig nore,
(Fm11)Qui et ing the beat of my (Cm11)heart,
(Bbm7)nev er be ing part of the (Eb9sus)mo ment, (Eb)learn ing to be (Ab6/9)si lent.
Learn ing there are some top ics that we (Eb)don’t e ven (Ab)men tion, and (Bbm7)if they come (Cm7)up, then we (D)try to be (G)vague.
There are (C)sub jects from which we di (Gm7)vert all at ten tion, and (Bbsus2)some we a (Csus2)void like the (Fsus)plague.
(Dbmaj7)I’m
be com ing a (Cm7)mime,
bit ing my (Bbm7)tongue,
bid ing my (Bbm7)time.
Try ing not to (Ab6/9)scream; ing not to scream;
(Ab6/9)man aged it be fore.
aged it be fore.
(Edim7)Know ing if I’m going to sur vive, then, (Fm)dam mit,
I’ve got to prac tice.
Prac tice.
Learn ing, hmm hmm (Ab6/9)hmm
hmm.
Learning To Be Silent — Simple Sheet Music
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"Learning To Be Silent" 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 Db, 80 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Learning To Be Silent”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Learning To Be Silent"?
- 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 "Learning To Be Silent" by Dean Pitchford played in?
- Learning To Be Silent is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Learning To Be Silent"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Learning To Be Silent" 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 "Learning To Be Silent"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Learning To Be Silent"?
- "Learning To Be Silent" was originally performed by Dean Pitchford. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Learning To Be Silent"?
- This arrangement uses 24 chords: Ab, Ab6, Abmaj7, Bbm, Bbm7, Bbsus2, C, Cm7, +16 more.
- What other songs by Dean Pitchford can I play here?
- Try "MAMA SAYS", "HEAVEN HELP ME", "THE GIRL GETS AROUND". 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 "Learning To Be Silent". Key of Db, 80 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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