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Long fel low se re nade,
(D)such were the plans I’d made.
For (D)she was a la dy, and I was a dream er with on ly words to trade.
You know that I was (G)born for a night like this,
warmed by a sto len kiss.
For I was (D)lone ly,
and she was (A7)lone ly.
(D)Ride,
come on, ba by, ride.
Let me make your (G)dreams
(D)come
(A7)true.
I’ll sing my (D)song;
let me sing my song.
Let me make it (G)warm
(D)for
(A7)you.
I’ll (D)weave his web of rhyme up on the sum mer (G)night.
We’ll (A7)leave this world ly time on his wing ed (D)flight.
Then come, and as we lay be side this sleep y (G)glade,
there I will (D)sing to you my Long fel low (D)se re nade.
Long fel low se re nade,
(D)such were the plans I made.
But (D)she was a la dy as deep as the riv er, and through the night we stayed.
And in my way, I (G)loved her as none be fore,
loved her with words and more.
For she was (D)lone ly,
and I was (A7)lone ly.
(D)Ride,
come on, ba by, ride.
Let me make your (G)dreams
(D)come
(A7)true.
I’ll sing my (D)song;
let me sing my song.
Let me make it (G)warm
(D)for
(A7)you.
I’ll (D)weave his web of rhyme up on the sum mer (G)night.
We’ll (A7)leave this world ly time on his wing ed (D)flight.
Then come, and as we lay be side this sleep y (G)glade,
there I will (D)sing to you my Long fel low (D)se re nade.
Longfellow Serenade — Simple Sheet Music
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"Longfellow Serenade" 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 D, 110 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 “Longfellow Serenade”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Longfellow Serenade"?
- 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 "Longfellow Serenade" by Neil Diamond played in?
- Longfellow Serenade is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Longfellow Serenade"?
- The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Longfellow Serenade" 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 "Longfellow Serenade"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Longfellow Serenade"?
- "Longfellow Serenade" was originally performed by Neil Diamond. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Neil Diamond can I play here?
- Try "ALONE AGAIN NATURALLY", "I AM...I SAID", "HELLO AGAIN". 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 "Longfellow Serenade". Key of D, 110 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.