Rain, Rain Go Away
- Play a simple nursery rhyme using B, A, and G
- Practice short musical phrases
- Develop clear articulation on repeated notes
About This Song
Origin: English Traditional Nursery Rhyme
Difficulty: Absolute Beginner
Notes Used: B, A, G
Time Signature: 4/4
Key: G Major
Fingering Review
Full Song
This simple nursery rhyme has been sung by children for centuries.
Lyrics:
Rain, rain, go away,
Come again another day.
Practice Tips
- Simple and clear: Each note should be distinct
- Repeated notes: Keep the two G notes at the beginning even
- Final note: Hold the last G for a full 4 counts
Practice Exercises
Start with the repeated G notes, then move to A and back to G.
Practice the ascending pattern from G to B.
The descending conclusion.
Historical Context
"Rain, Rain Go Away" is one of the oldest English nursery rhymes, with records dating back to the 17th century. It was traditionally sung by children hoping for better weather to play outside.