Let Us Break Bread Together

by Traditional Spiritual
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(CN.C.)Let us (F)break (Bb6)bread to (F)geth er (C7)on our (CN.C.)knees;

let us (F)break (C)bread to (G7)geth er on our knees.

(C7sus)When I (F)fall on my (F7)knees, with my (Bb)face to the ris ing (Eb7)sun, O (F)Lord, (B7)have (C7)mer cy on (CN.C.)me.

Let us (F)drink (Bb6)wine to (F)geth er (C7)on our (CN.C.)knees;

let us (F)drink (C)wine to (G7)geth er on our knees.

(C7sus)When I (F)fall on my (F7)knees, with my (Bb)face to the ris ing (Eb7)sun, O (F)Lord, (B7)have (C7)mer cy on (CN.C.)me.

Let us (CN.C.)me.

Let us (Dm)praise (G7)God to (C)geth er on our knees;

let us (Dm)praise (Dm(maj7))God to (G9)geth er on our (Gm9)knees.

Oh, (CN.C.)when I (F)fall (E)on my (D7)knees, with my (Gm)face to the (Gm7)ris ing (C7)sun, O (F)Lord, (Dm)have (Gm7)mer cy (C7)on (CN.C.)me.

Let Us Break Bread Together — Simple Sheet Music

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"Let Us Break Bread Together" 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 Bb, 120 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 “Let Us Break Bread Together”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Let Us Break Bread Together"?
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 "Let Us Break Bread Together" by Traditional Spiritual played in?
Let Us Break Bread Together is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Let Us Break Bread Together"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Let Us Break Bread Together" 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 "Let Us Break Bread Together"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Let Us Break Bread Together"?
"Let Us Break Bread Together" was originally performed by Traditional Spiritual. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Traditional Spiritual can I play here?
Try "Kum Ba Yah", "Wade In The Water", "Were You There?". 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 "Let Us Break Bread Together". Key of Bb, 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.