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(C7)From (F)north and south and east and west, the Coast Guard’s in the fight.
De (C7)stroy ing subs and (F)land ing troops, the (G7)Ax is feels our (C7)might.
For (F)we’re the first in vad ers on ev r’y fight ing field.
A (C7)float, a shore, on (F)men and spars you’ll find the (C7)Coast Guard (F)shield.
(F)We’re al ways read y for the call,
we (Bb)place our trust in (F)thee.
Through (C7)surf and storm and (F)howl (A7)ing (Dm)gale, high (C)shall our (G7)pur pose (C)be.
(F)“Sem per pa ra tus” is our guide,
our (Bb)fame, our glo ry (F)too.
To (C7)fight to save or (F)fight and (Dm)die!
Aye!
(F)Coast Guard, we (G7)are (C7)for (F)you!
(F)We’re al ways read y for the call,
we (Bb)place our trust in (F)thee.
Through (C7)howl ing gale and (F)shot (A7)and (Dm)shell, to (C)win our (G7)vic to (C)ry.
(F)“Sem per pa ra tus” is our guide,
our (Bb)pledge, our mot to (F)too.
We’re (C7)“al ways read y,” (F)do or (Dm)die!
Aye!
(F)Coast Guard, we (G7)fight (C7)for (F)you!
(F)you!
Semper Paratus — Simple Sheet Music
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"Semper Paratus" 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 Bb, 180 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.
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About “Semper Paratus”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Semper Paratus"?
- 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 "Semper Paratus" by Homer Smith played in?
- Semper Paratus is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Semper Paratus"?
- The arrangement plays at 180 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Semper Paratus" easy to play on piano?
- This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
- Can I download sheet music for "Semper Paratus"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Semper Paratus"?
- "Semper Paratus" was originally performed by Homer Smith. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- 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 "Semper Paratus". Key of Bb, 180 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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