Time Passages

by Al Stewart
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(Ab)It was (Bb)late in De cem ber.

Now, The (Ab)sky turned to snow.

The All ’round, the day and was (Cm)go ing (Bb)down (Ab)slow.

Night, like a (Bb)riv er, be (Ab)gin ning to flow.

Well, it’s I felt the beat of my mind (Bb)go (Ab)drift ing in to (Eb)time (Bb)pas sag es.

Years some go fall ing in the (F)fad ing light.

(Eb)Time (Bb)pas sag es.

Buy me a tick et on the (Gm)last train (Bb)home to night.

Well, (Bb)I’m not the kind ing.

Now, to (Ab)live in the past.

They’re years run too short thing.

the (Cm)days ing (Bb)too (Ab)fast.

The things you (Bb)lean on are (Ab)things that don’t last.

You it’s just now and then but my line (Bb)gets (Ab)cast in to these (Eb)time (Bb)pas sag es.

There’s know thing back there that you (F)left be hind.

Oh, (Eb)time (Bb)pas sag es.

Buy me a tick et on the (Gm)last train (Bb)home to night.

Well,

Hear the ech oes and (Abm6)feel your self start ing to turn.

Don’t know why you should feel that there’s some thing to learn.

It’s just a game that you play.

(Ab)Well, the

Time Passages — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Time Passages" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of Ab, 100 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Time Passages

Where are the chord symbols for "Time Passages" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Time Passages" is in Ab.
What key is "Time Passages" by Al Stewart played in?
Time Passages is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Time Passages"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Time Passages" 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 "Time Passages"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Time Passages"?
"Time Passages" was originally performed by Al Stewart. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Time Passages"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Abm6, Bb, Cb, Cm, Eb, F, Gm, +1 more.
What other songs by Al Stewart can I play here?
Try "YEAR OF THE CAT", "Year Of The Cat". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Time Passages" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Time Passages" is in the key of Ab at 100 BPM.
What chords are in "Time Passages"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of Ab, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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