Peter Cottontail

by Jack Rollins
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(C)Here comes Pe ter Cot ton tail, (F)hop pin’ down the bun ny trail, (G)hip pi ty (C#dim7)hop pin’ (G7)Eas ter’s on its (C)way.

(C)Bring ing ev ’ry girl and boy (F)bas kets full of Eas ter joy, (G)things to (C#dim7)make your (G7)Eas ter bright and (C)gay.

He’s got (F)jel ly (F)beans for (F)Tom my, col ored (C)eggs for sis ter Sue, there’s an (F)or chid (F)for your (Dm)Mom my (Am)and an (D7)Eas ter bon net, (G)too.

Oh!

(C)Here comes Pe ter Cot ton tail, (F)hop pin’ down the bun ny trail, (G)hip pi ty (C#dim)hop pi ty, (G7)hap py Eas ter (C)day.

(C)Here comes Pe ter Cot ton tail, (F)hop pin’ down the bun ny trail, (G)look at him (C#dim7)stop, and (G7)lis ten to him (C)say:

(C)“Try to do the things you should.” (F)May be if you’re ex tra good, (G)he’ll roll (C#dim7)lots of (G7)Eas ter eggs your (C)way.

You’ll wake (F)up on (F)Eas ter (F)morn ing and you’ll (C)know that he was there.

When you (F)find those (F)choc ’late (Dm)bun nies (Am)that he’s (D7)hid ing ev ’ry (G)where.

Oh!

(C)Here comes Pe ter Cot ton tail, (F)hop pin’ down the bun ny trail, (G)hip pi ty (C#dim)hop pi ty, (G7)hap py Eas ter (C)day.

(F)day.

Peter Cottontail — Simple Sheet Music

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"Peter Cottontail" 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 C, 168 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Peter Cottontail

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Peter Cottontail"?
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 "Peter Cottontail" by Jack Rollins played in?
Peter Cottontail is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Peter Cottontail"?
The arrangement plays at 168 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Peter Cottontail" 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 "Peter Cottontail"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Peter Cottontail"?
"Peter Cottontail" was originally performed by Jack Rollins. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Jack Rollins can I play here?
Try "Frosty The Snow Man". 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 "Peter Cottontail". Key of C, 168 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.

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