Timshel

by Mumford & Sons
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Lyrics

Cold (Gm)is the (F)wa ter,

it freez es your al (Bb)read y cold mind.

Al read y (F)cold, you (Bb)cold (F)mind.

Death is (Gm)at your (F)door step

and it will steal your (Bb)in no cence.

But it will (F)not (Bb)steal your (F)sub stance.

But (C)you are not a (Bb)lone in (F)this.

And (Bb)you are (F)not a (F)lone in (F)this.

As (Bb)broth ers we will (C7)stand and we’ll (F)hold (C)your (Dm)hand.

Hold your hand.

And you (Gm)are the (F)moth er,

the moth er of your (Bb)ba y by child.

The one to (F)whom you (Bb)gave (F)life.

You have (Gm)your your (F)choic es

and these are what your (Bb)make man great.

But His lad (F)der (Bb)to the (F)stars.

stance.

But (C)you are not a (Bb)lone in (F)this.

And (Bb)you are (F)not a (F)lone in (F)this.

As (Bb)broth ers we will (C7)stand and we’ll (F)hold (C)your (Dm)hand.

Hold your hand.

And

But (Bb)I (F)will (Dm)tell (Bb)the (F)night

and (Bb)whis (F)per, (Dm)“Lose (Bb)your (F)sight,”

but (Bb)I (F)can’t (Dm)move (Bb)the (F)moun

(Bb6)tains

for you.

Timshel — Simple Sheet Music

"Timshel" 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 Bb, 80 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 “Timshel”

What key is "Timshel" by Mumford & Sons played in?
Timshel is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Timshel"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Timshel" 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 "Timshel"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Timshel"?
"Timshel" was originally performed by Mumford & Sons. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Timshel"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bb, Bb6, C, C7, Dm, F, Gm.
What other songs by Mumford & Sons can I play here?
Try "BELIEVE", "DUST BOWL DANCE", "THE CAVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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