We’re (Dm)walk ing in the air,
we’re float ing in the moon lit (C)sky;
the (Gm)peo ple far be low are (Bb)sleep ing as we fly.
I’m hold ing ve ry tight,
I’m rid ing in the mid night (C)blue,
I’m (Gm)find ing I can fly so (Bb)high a bove with you.
(A)Child ren gaze
(Dm)o pen mouthed,
(G)tak en by sur (C)prise;
(Cm)no bo dy
(F)down be low be (E7)lieves
their (A)eyes.
We’re (Dm)walk ing in the air,
we’re danc ing in the mid night (C)sky,
and (Gm)ev ’ry one who sees us (Bb)greets us as we fly.
Walking In The Air by Howard Blake
1 person has learned this song
Easy piano arrangement in the key of Bb at 120 BPM. Difficulty: beginner. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.
About “Walking In The Air”
- What key is "Walking In The Air" in?
- "Walking In The Air" by Howard Blake is in the key of Bb with a tempo of 120 BPM. Difficulty: beginner.
- Is "Walking In The Air" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this arrangement is rated beginner, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.
- Can I play "Walking In The Air" 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 "Walking In The Air"?
- This arrangement of "Walking In The Air" uses 9 chords: A, Bb, C, Cm, Dm, E7, F, G, +1 more.
- How long does it take to learn "Walking In The Air" on piano?
- 1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
- What other songs by Howard Blake can I play here?
- Try "Dance Of The Snowmen (from The Snowman)". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
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