About “Long Ago (And Far Away)”

What key is "Long Ago (And Far Away)" in?

"Long Ago (And Far Away)" by Jerome Kern is in the key of Bb with a tempo of 110 BPM. Difficulty: easy.

Is "Long Ago (And Far Away)" easy to play on piano?

Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.

Can I play "Long Ago (And Far Away)" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

How long does it take to learn "Long Ago (And Far Away)" on piano?

1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.

What other songs by Jerome Kern can I play here?

Try "SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES", "NOBODY ELSE BUT ME", "WHY DO I LOVE YOU?". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.