When Irish Eyes Are Smiling

by Chauncey Olcott
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When Irish Eyes Are Smiling

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Chauncey Olcott140 BPM
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Lyrics

(G7)When (C)I rish eyes are smil ing,

sure it’s (F)like a morn in (C)spring.

In the (F)lilt of I rish (C)laugh ter, (A7)you can (D7)hear the an gels (Dm7)sing.

When (C)I rish hearts are hap py,

all the (F)world seems bright and (C)gay,

and when (F)I rish (F#dim)eyes are (C)smil

(A7)ing, sure, they (D7)steal your (G7)heart a (Ab)way.

When Irish Eyes Are Smiling by Chauncey Olcott

Easy piano arrangement in the key of C at 144 BPM. Difficulty: easy. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

About “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling”

What key is "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" in?
"When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" by Chauncey Olcott is in the key of C with a tempo of 144 BPM. Difficulty: easy.
Is "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, 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 "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" 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.
How long does it take to learn "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" on piano?
1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
What other songs by Chauncey Olcott can I play here?
Try "Mother Machree", "My Wild Irish Rose", "My Wild Irish Rose". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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