The Lord Of The Rings
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verse 1
Bm Bm/A G
In western lands beneath the Sun
Em A D
the flowers may rise in Spring,
D G F#m
the trees may bud, the waters run,
A D
the merry finches sing.
Dsus2 D/C# Dsus4/B D/A
Or there maybe 'tis cloudless night
G A
and swaying beeches bear
G D
the Elven-stars as jewels white
Em9 Bm
amid their branching hair.
verse 2
Bm Bm/A G
Though here at journey's end I lie
Em A D
in darkness buried deep,
D G F#m
beyond all towers strong and high,
A D
beyond all mountains steep,
Dsus2 D/C# Dsus4/B D/A
above all shadows rides the Sun
G A
and Stars for ever dwell:
G D
I will not say the Day is done,
Em9 Bm
nor bid the Stars farewell.
How to play The Lord Of The Rings
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bm. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.