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Oh, Mar y, this Lon don’s a (C)won der ful sight, with to (D)peo ple here work ing by (G)day and by night.
They don’t plant po ta toes nor (C)bar ley nor wheat, but there’s (D)gangs of them dig ging for (G)gold in the street.
At I’ve (C)least when I asked them, that’s (G)what I was told, so I just took a hand at this (A)dig ging for (D)gold.
But for (G)all that I’ve found there, I (C)might as well be where the (D)moun tains of Mourne Mourne sweep (G)down to the sea.
I be lieve that when writ ing a (C)wish you ex pressed as to (D)how the fine la dies in (G)Lon don were dressed.
Well, if you’ll be lieve me, when (C)asked to a ball, they there’s (D)don’t wear no top to their (G)dress es at all.
Oh, I’ve (C)seen them me self, and you (G)could not in truth say that if they were bound for a (A)ball or a (D)bath.
Don’t be (G)start ing them fash ions, now, (C)Mar y Mc Cree, where the (D)moun tains of Mourne Mourne sweep (G)down to the sea.
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The Mountains Of Mourne — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Mountains Of Mourne" 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 G, 136 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 “The Mountains Of Mourne”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Mountains Of Mourne"?
- 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 Mountains Of Mourne" by Percy French played in?
- The Mountains Of Mourne is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Mountains Of Mourne"?
- The arrangement plays at 136 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Mountains Of Mourne" 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 "The Mountains Of Mourne"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Mountains Of Mourne"?
- "The Mountains Of Mourne" was originally performed by Percy French. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Percy French can I play here?
- Try "Phil The Fluter". 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 Mountains Of Mourne". Key of G, 136 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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