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(G)Near
(B7)er, (Em)my (C)God, to Thee,
(G)near
(Em)er to (Am)Thee!
(G)E’en
(G7)though it (C)be a cross
(G)that
(D7)rais eth (G)me.
(G)Still
(C)all (G)my song shall (D)be,
(G)near
(C)er, (G)my (D)God, to Thee!
(G)Near
er, (G7)my (C)God, to (C#dim)Thee,
(G)near
(D7)er to (G)Thee!
(G)Though
(B7)like (Em)the (C)wan der er,
(G)the
(Em)sun gone (Am)down,
(G)dark
(G7)ness be (C)o ver me,
(G)my
(D7)rest a (G)stone.
(G)Yet
(C)in (G)my dreams I’d (D)be,
(G)near
(C)er, (G)my (D)God, to Thee!
(G)Near
er, (G7)my (C)God, to (C#dim)Thee,
(G)near
(D7)er to (G)Thee!
Nearer, My God, To Thee — Simple Sheet Music
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"Nearer, My God, To Thee" 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 G, 88 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 “Nearer, My God, To Thee”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Nearer, My God, To Thee"?
- 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 "Nearer, My God, To Thee" by Lowell Mason played in?
- Nearer, My God, To Thee is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Nearer, My God, To Thee"?
- The arrangement plays at 88 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Nearer, My God, To Thee" 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 "Nearer, My God, To Thee"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Nearer, My God, To Thee"?
- "Nearer, My God, To Thee" was originally performed by Lowell Mason. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Lowell Mason can I play here?
- Try "My Faith Looks Up To Thee". 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 "Nearer, My God, To Thee". Key of G, 88 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.