About “Tears In Heaven”

What key is "Tears In Heaven" in?

"Tears In Heaven" by Eric Clapton is in the key of A with a tempo of 88 BPM. Difficulty: medium.

Is "Tears In Heaven" easy to play on piano?

This arrangement is rated medium. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.

Can I play "Tears In Heaven" 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.

What chords are used in "Tears In Heaven"?

This arrangement of "Tears In Heaven" uses 13 chords: A, Am, Bm, C, C#, D, E, E7, +5 more.

How long does it take to learn "Tears In Heaven" on piano?

2–4 weeks of consistent practice (20–30 min/day) for an intermediate player. Drill the tricky passages in isolation first.

What other songs by Eric Clapton can I play here?

Try "RUNNING ON FAITH", "BELIEVE IN LIFE", "MY FATHER'S EYES". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.