What key is "Matty Groves" in?

"Matty Groves" by English Folksong is in the key of A with a tempo of 144 BPM. Difficulty: very_beginner.

Is "Matty Groves" easy to play on piano?

This arrangement is rated very_beginner. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.

Can I play "Matty Groves" 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 "Matty Groves" on piano?

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

Lyrics

A (Am)hol i day a (G)hol i (Am)day, the first one of the (E)year.

Lord (C)Dar nell’s wife came (G)in to (Em)church, the (Am)gos pel (G)for to (Am)hear.

(Am)hol i day a (G)hol i (Am)day, the first one of the (E)year.

Lord (C)Dar nell’s wife came (G)in to (Em)church, the (Am)gos pel (G)for to (Am)hear.

Matty Groves by English Folksong

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Easy piano arrangement in the key of A at 144 BPM. Difficulty: very_beginner. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

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About “Matty Groves”

What key is "Matty Groves" in?: "Matty Groves" by English Folksong is in the key of A with a tempo of 144 BPM. Difficulty: very_beginner.
Is "Matty Groves" easy to play on piano?: This arrangement is rated very_beginner. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.
Can I play "Matty Groves" 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 "Matty Groves" on piano?: 1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.