’Tis the gift to be (C)sim ple, ’tis the (C)gift to be free, ’tis the (C)gift to come down (G7)where we ought to be, and (C)when we find our selves in the place just (C)right, ’twill (C)be in the val ley of (C)love and de light.
When true sim (Dm7)plic i ty is gained, to (C)bow and to (Am7)bend we (G7)shan’t be a shamed.
To (C)turn, (F)turn will (C)be our de light, till by (G7)turn ing, turn ing we (F)come (Dm7)’round (C)right.
Simple Gifts by Traditional Shaker Hymn
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Easy piano arrangement in the key of C at 120 BPM. Difficulty: easy. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.
About “Simple Gifts”
- What key is "Simple Gifts" in?
- "Simple Gifts" by Traditional Shaker Hymn is in the key of C with a tempo of 120 BPM. Difficulty: easy.
- Is "Simple Gifts" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.
- Can I play "Simple Gifts" 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 "Simple Gifts" on piano?
- 1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
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