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Pick a learning view.
(Dm)Oh,
oh, deep (F)wa ter,
(Dm)black
and cold (C)like the (F)night.
I (Bb)stand with arms wide o pen,
I’ve (F)run a twist ed mile.
I’m a stran ger
in the (C)eyes
of the Mak er.
I (Dm)could not see
for the fog in my (F)eyes.
ters
And I (Dm)could not feel
for the (C)feel in my (F)life.
From a (Bb)cross the great di vide,
in the dis tance I ver saw a light.
den,
Jean Bap tiste
walk ing (C)to me
with the Mak er.
So my (Dm)bod y
is bent and bro ken
by long
and dan g’rous sleep.
Well, I can’t work
the fields of (C)A bra ham
and (F)turn my head a way.
I’m not a stran ger
in the (C)hands
of the Mak er.
Broth er ing
in the (C)eyes
of the Mak er,
oh, (Bb)burn ing
in the (C)eyes
of the Mak er.
The Maker — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Maker" 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 F, 100 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “The Maker”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Maker"?
- 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 "The Maker" by Dave Matthews Band played in?
- The Maker is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Maker"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Maker" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "The Maker"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Maker"?
- "The Maker" was originally performed by Dave Matthews Band. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Maker"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Ab, Bb, C, Dm, F, Gm.
- What other songs by Dave Matthews Band can I play here?
- Try "CRASH INTO ME", "Steady As We Go", "Christmas Song". 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 "The Maker". Key of F, 100 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.