Here we introduce the free piano sheet music (PDF) for the Japanese children’s song “Katatsumuri (Snail).”
This song is easy and fun for little children to sing, and it’s also ideal as an introductory piece for piano beginners.
We’ve prepared three levels—from an easy arrangement for beginners to the advanced “Variations on Katatsumuri”. Give them a try in your practice!
“Katatsumuri” (Beginner Arrangement)
You can download the piano sheet music PDF of “Katatsumuri” (Beginner) for free from the link below.
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“Katatsumuri” (Easy)
You can download the piano sheet music PDF of “Katatsumuri” (Easy) for free from the link below.
“Variations on Katatsumuri” (Intermediate–Advanced)
You can download the piano sheet music PDF of “Katatsumuri” (Intermediate–Advanced) for free from the link below.
What Is “Katatsumuri”?
“Katatsumuri” is a Japanese children’s song loved since the Meiji era, famous for the phrase “Denden mushimushi katatsumuri~.”
The melody is simple with a narrow range, making it easy for young children to memorize quickly.
For piano, it’s also popular as a practice piece where beginners play the melody with the right hand while singing.
Recommended For
- Preschoolers to lower elementary students who just started piano
- Nursery teachers and music educators looking for children’s-song materials
- Anyone seeking simple piano sheet music
Practice Tips and Points
Practice the right-hand melody slowly while checking the finger numbers.
Keep a steady tempo in line with the lyrics to naturally develop your sense of rhythm.
When trying both hands, keep the left hand light so it supports the song without getting in the way, resulting in a clear resonance.
Make Piano Practice More Fun with “Katatsumuri”
“Katatsumuri” is a beloved children’s song with a simple melody and playful lyrics.
With the free piano sheet music PDFs introduced here, you can start playing right away.
As a perfect first step on the piano, let this song make your musical time even more enjoyable.