Simple Gifts

by Traditional Shaker Hymn
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Simple Gifts

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Traditional Shaker Hymn120 BPM
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Lyrics

’Tis the gift to be (C)sim ple, ’tis the (Am7)gift to be (C)free, ’tis the (Dm)gift to (C)come down (G)where we ought to be, and (C)when we find our selves in the place just (C)right, ’twill (F6)be in the (C)val ley of (C)love and de light.

When true sim (F)plic i (C)ty is (Dm7)gained, to (C)bow and to (Am7)bend we (Dm)shan’t be a (G7)shamed.

To (C)turn, (F)turn will (C)be our de light, till by (Dm)turn ing, (G7)turn ing we (F)come (Dm7)’round (C)right.

Simple Gifts — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

Watch "Simple Gifts" by Traditional Shaker Hymn in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of C, 120 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 “Simple Gifts”

What key is "Simple Gifts" by Traditional Shaker Hymn played in?
Simple Gifts 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 "Simple Gifts"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Simple Gifts" 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 "Simple Gifts"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Simple Gifts"?
"Simple Gifts" was originally performed by Traditional Shaker Hymn. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Traditional Shaker Hymn can I play here?
Try "Simple Gifts". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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