{"id":9455,"date":"2022-11-20T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-20T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/?p=9455"},"modified":"2024-02-09T09:13:22","modified_gmt":"2024-02-09T17:13:22","slug":"how-to-learn-piano-by-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-learn-piano-by-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Learn Piano By Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever wondered how to learn piano by yourself, you\u2019ve come to the right place. Not everyone can afford lessons or has the time and resources to commute to lessons every week. If this describes you, there are ways to learn piano on your own!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll cover the key skills you need to develop as a beginner piano player. We&#8217;ll share some free resources, and we&#8217;ll also give you tips on how to overcome challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#step-1\">How to Buy a Piano<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#step-2\">Learning Methods and Piano Styles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#step-3\">Posture and Keyboard Geography<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#step-4\">Basic Scales<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#step-5\">Basic Sight-Reading<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#step-6\">Ear Training<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#step-7\">Basic Chords<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#step-8\">Hand Independence and Technique<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#tips\">Tips for Learning Piano By Yourself<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"blue-text-block\"><center><h2 style=\"font-size:22px\"><b>\ud83c\udfb9 Learn Piano For Free<\/b><\/h2><p>Inspiring tutorials. Fascinating articles. Exclusive interviews. We create piano content anyone, anywhere can enjoy for free. Don&#8217;t miss out, sign up for more free lessons.<\/p><iframe class=\"email-form-include\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/weeklyemail\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe><\/center><\/span>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 1: Buy a piano!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you have to do is also one of the hardest: buy a piano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have tons of resources on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-buy-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to buy a piano<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/keyboard-vs-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">difference between a piano and a keyboard<\/a>. But to summarize, here are some quick tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>ALWAYS try a piano before you buy it. <\/strong>Piano preference is very personal, and just because an instrument is expensive doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019ll feel good for you. Try a variety of instruments and pay attention to how the keys feel under your fingers. This is called <em>action<\/em> and it\u2019s a very personal choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Acoustic pianos aren\u2019t necessarily better.<\/strong> Today\u2019s digital pianos can closely mimic the feel of an acoustic piano. They also come with a lot more features and are a fraction of the price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get 88 fully weighted keys.<\/strong> 88 is the standard size of keyboard. If you get less than that, you\u2019ll quickly run out of keys even as a beginner. \u201cWeighted\u201d means the more pressure you apply to the keys, the louder you can play. This feature is essential to developing good technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure whether you\u2019ll pursue piano in the long run, it\u2019s okay to get an entry-level piano and upgrade later. You can also rent instruments or rent studio space.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5855988\/pexels-photo-5855988.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;w=1260&amp;h=750&amp;dpr=2\" alt=\"Glass door open to a music store with a row of small upright pianos and violins hanging above.\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-buy-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Buy a Piano<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/keyboard-vs-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Piano vs. Keyboard: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 2: Choose a learning method and\/or piano style<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For generations, there was only one way to learn piano: get a private teacher and learn classical piano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, we have many more options, from online learning to traditional conservatory approaches. Here are three of the most common methods you&#8217;ll come across:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\">The Classical Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The Classical method is tried and tested, but it does have its limitations. Classical piano emphasizes technique, sheet music literacy, and learning works from the great composers. Depending on the specific approach, there may be less emphasis on theory and ear training, though a well-rounded method should include these topics. Classical methods are unlikely to explore pop music, jazz, and improvisation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103132\/image-1-1024x683.png\" alt=\"In front and above view of woman playing piano with rose in hair.\" class=\"wp-image-16222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103132\/image-1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103132\/image-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103132\/image-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103132\/image-1.png 1151w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\">The Modern Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>In this method, students learn that chords are the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/chords-the-foundations-of-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">foundation of music<\/a> and build from there. With less emphasis on sheet music and more on ear training and free improvisation, this may be a more relevant approach to those who want to play the songs they hear on the radio. There is less emphasis on technique and sight reading, but students can often play a basic version of an entire song on day 1, which is very rewarding! This is the method used by many online teachers (including Pianote).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/16092524\/survey-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Man in hat playing keyboard with iPad and dog on lap.\" class=\"wp-image-14945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/16092524\/survey-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/16092524\/survey-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/16092524\/survey-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/16092524\/survey-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/16092524\/survey-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\">Gamified Methods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This method typically involves using a software that \u201cgamifies\u201d the learning experience. For example, a note appears on the screen and you have to play it on time. This method is excellent for small children and casual learners who want to make music fast. But it isn\u2019t ideal for understanding how music works on a deeper, more meaningful level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1593697820910-a2b68670c1e1?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=2670&amp;q=80\" alt=\"Man with headphones playing piano keyboard on desk in front of a computer screen.\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/classical-piano-lessons-vs-modern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Classical Piano Lessons vs. Modern Piano Lessons<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/classical-piano-lessons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Truth About Classical Piano Lessons<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/the-many-styles-of-piano-playing-styles-genres\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Styles and Genres<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/learn-piano-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Learn Piano Online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"blue-text-block\"><center><h3 style=\"font-size:24px;\"><b>Unlock the Secret to Songs (FREE Webinar) \ud83e\udd2b<\/b><\/h3><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/blog\/2023\/Song%20Secrets%20Webinar%20Lead%20Gen\/lisa%20webinar.jpg\"\/>If you struggle with reading music, you&#8217;re not alone! Did you know you can play hundreds of songs without standard notation? We&#8217;ll show you the secrets traditional lessons won&#8217;t teach in a 100% free webinar. It&#8217;s open to all ages and ability levels. Just show up and have fun!<p><\/p><a class=\"join\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/song-secrets-webinar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CHECK IT OUT<\/a><\/center><\/span>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 3: Sit down and get acquainted<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you have your piano, the first thing to master is how to sit at the piano comfortably and effectively. Then, get to know your keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p>For more info on proper piano posture, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/perfect-posture-at-the-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this lesson<\/a> with a chiropractor. Some basic tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Avoid being hunched over.<\/strong> Slightly tuck in your lower back so that your vertebrae naturally stacks up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stretch. <\/strong>Warm up by stretching out your wrists, arms, neck, and shoulders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Sit At The Piano (A Chiropractor&#039;s Guide)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0NGR4WaWcJA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We have more lessons on how to navigate the keyboard, but here are some quick tips:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103047\/image-1024x512.png\" alt=\"Keyboard diagram with group of 3 black keys, group of 2 black keys, F and C labelled.\" class=\"wp-image-16221\" style=\"width:444px;height:222px\" width=\"444\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103047\/image-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103047\/image-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103047\/image-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20103047\/image.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Understand the musical alphabet. <\/strong>Notes are named after the alphabet. D comes after C, E comes after D, and so on. The musical alphabet has seven main notes: A-B-C-D-E-F-G. Then it repeats from A.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get to know Cs and Fs.<\/strong> Cs are the white key to the left of the group of <em>two<\/em> black keys. Fs are the white key to the left of the group of <em>three<\/em> black keys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find middle C.<\/strong> It\u2019s a white key in the middle of the keyboard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/perfect-posture-at-the-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Perfect Posture at the Piano (A Chiropractor\u2019s Guide)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-learn-piano-fast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Piano in 7 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-4\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 4: Learn basic scale patterns<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scales are a building block of piano music. You&#8217;ll find them in songs all over the place, from classical to jazz to rock and pop. Drilling scales can feel dry, but it&#8217;s incredibly worth it when you can dazzle your friends with a lightning-fast run up and down the piano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\">The Five-Finger Scale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first technique you should learn as a brand new piano player is the <strong>five-finger scale<\/strong>. It\u2019ll introduce you to a fundamental movement in piano playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To play this, put your first finger (thumb) on middle C, your second finger (pointer finger\/index) on D, and align the rest of your fingers with keys. Then play these notes with each finger one by one, like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<video playsinline=\"\u201c\u201d\" autoplay=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/pianote.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/blog\/2021\/7%20Days%20To%20Learning%20Piano\/Screencap%202.m4v\" loop=\"\" muted=\"\" width=\"100%\"><\/video>\n\n\n\n<p>Practice this a few times, then try starting the scale on a different note, such as G.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\">Octave Scales<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you master five-finger scales, it&#8217;s time to start learning octave scales. To play a scale from C to C,  you&#8217;ll have to learn a few moves: the thumb tuck when you&#8217;re going up the scale and the crossover when you&#8217;re going down the scale. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/mastering-the-thumb-tuck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Here&#8217;s<\/a> a lesson on how to play octave scales with both hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<video playsinline=\"\u201c\u201d\" autoplay=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/pianote.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/blog\/2022\/How%20to%20Learn%20Piano%20By%20Yourself\/MIN%20right%20hand%20thumb%20tuck.mp4\" loop=\"\" muted=\"\" width=\"100%\"><\/video>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning how to play scales up, down, and with both right and left hands will be a tight learning curve, but it&#8217;s a foundational skill you&#8217;ll use for the rest of your piano playing career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, pianists should know all the major and minor scales. But if you&#8217;re just beginning, start with the basics: C Major, A Minor, G Major, D major, F Major, and B-Flat Major.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe class=\"email-form-include-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/weekly-email\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-5\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 5: Learn how to read sheet music<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, you don\u2019t need to know how to read sheet music to become a good piano player. In fact, some of the world\u2019s most accomplished musicians, including <a href=\"https:\/\/globalnews.ca\/news\/4503916\/paul-mccartney-cant-read-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Beatles<\/a>, never learned how to read sheet music. That being said, understanding music notation will open up worlds of opportunity. Knowing how to read music is like knowing a second language; so long as you have the sheet music for a song, you can play anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get all the details on how to sight-read by checking out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-read-piano-notes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this free lesson<\/a>. Or try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/sight-reading-made-simple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sight Reading Made Simple<\/a> if you\u2019d like more structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p>Some key concepts to learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The grand staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treble and bass clefs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Key signature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time signature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How note types (ie. quarter note, eighth note) indicate rhythm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ledger lines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accidentals (ie. sharps, flats, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Read Music in 7 Days \ud83c\udfbc\ud83c\udfb5 (Beginner Piano Lesson with Downloads)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ftoXQsJtKPs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sight reading can be overwhelming at first, but over time, you\u2019ll begin to recognize patterns and you won\u2019t have to read every single note. Start looking for patterns today like scales (one note after the another) and various chord shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/read-music-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 Days to Sight Reading<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-read-piano-notes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Ultimate Beginner\u2019s Guide to Reading Music<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/music-symbols\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Making Sense of Music Symbols<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-6\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 6: Train your ears!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because we don\u2019t have to tune our instruments, ear training can fall by the wayside when it comes to piano players. But don\u2019t neglect your ears! Ear training is <em>super <\/em>important\u2014after all, listening is half of what music is all about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p>Being able to play a song just from ear may seem like a magical talent, but it\u2019s a skill anyone can learn. One way to do this is by learning how to associate intervals with popular songs, then using intervals to figure out your favorite songs by ear. Singing along with what you play will also boost ear abilities, and you don\u2019t need to be a wonderful singer to benefit. Ear training is something you should continue practicing for the rest of your piano journey.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Ultimate Guide To Ear Training (Beginner Piano Tutorial)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U8xQfdKPRXs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/interval-ear-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ultimate Guide to Interval Ear Training<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/play-piano-by-ear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Play Songs on the Piano By Ear<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-7\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 7: Learn some basic chords<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chords are the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/chords-the-foundations-of-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">foundation<\/a> to Western music. If you break apart a song, it all boils down to chords. Know chords, and you\u2019ll have the keys to unlock virtually any song.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, there are tons of chords in every key and even more chord types. This can be overwhelming for a beginner, so we suggest learning the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/four-chords\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Four<\/a> chords to start:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09130511\/Big-Four-Chords-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Keyboard diagrams of chords Cmaj, Gmaj, Am, and Fmaj with notes of each chord highlighted in red and labelled. Cmaj: C-E-G highlighted in red. Gmaj: G-B-D highlighted. Am: A-C-E highlighted. Fmaj: F-A-C highlighted.\" class=\"wp-image-9477\" style=\"width:512px;height:342px\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09130511\/Big-Four-Chords-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09130511\/Big-Four-Chords-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09130511\/Big-Four-Chords-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/09130511\/Big-Four-Chords.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you know these chords, you can start playing dozens of pop songs, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/5-songs-to-sing-and-play-on-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&#8220;Can&#8217;t Help Falling In Love With You&#8221;<\/a> &#8211; Elvis Presley<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-play-let-it-be-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cLet It Be\u201d<\/a> &#8211; The Beatles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/perfect-beginner-songs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cWhen I\u2019m Gone\u201d<\/a> &#8211; Anna Kendrick<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many concepts tied to chords. Here are some concepts in a rough easiest-to-hardest order:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major and minor triads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chord inversions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slash chords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diatonic chords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sus chords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seventh chords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chord extensions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/four-chords\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Play Hundreds of Songs With Just Four Chords<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-play-piano-chords\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Play Piano Chords: Formulas for All Chords<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-8\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Step 8: Develop your hand independence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common questions we get asked is how to play with both hands. Playing hands together is <em>hard, <\/em>and if you struggle with it, you are far from alone. Your brain knows what it\u2019s supposed to do, but your hands just won\u2019t listen! Some tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p><strong>Use scale and chord inversion practice to sharpen your hand independence. <\/strong>These drills aren&#8217;t just for training speed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you use sheet music, draw lines connecting where notes match up. <\/strong>Sometimes, having something visual to refer to can help with hand independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Practice hands separately first. <\/strong>Be able to fluently play something hands separate before you put your hands together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/14160536\/many-hands-on-keyboard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of many hands on a keyboard.\" class=\"wp-image-15376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/14160536\/many-hands-on-keyboard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/14160536\/many-hands-on-keyboard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/14160536\/many-hands-on-keyboard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/14160536\/many-hands-on-keyboard.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus on rhythm. <\/strong>Breaking down the rhythm, such as writing \u201c1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +\u201d in your sheet music can help. Here\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/complicated-rhythms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to count complicated rhythms<\/a> on the piano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do exercises specifically designed for hand independence. <\/strong>This includes your chords and scales played hands together. If chords and scales are too boring, try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/hanon-the-most-versatile-exercise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hanon exercises<\/a>. We also have tons of hand independence exercises for beginners in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/technique\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Technique<\/a> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Be patient.<\/strong> Even seasoned pianists struggle with hand independence. Learning how to coordinate your hands will take time, perhaps more time than you expect. And that\u2019s totally normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful lessons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/play-piano-with-both-hands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Play Piano With Both Hands<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/play-piano-with-both-hands-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Piano Exercises for Playing With 2 Hands<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Tips to Learn Piano By Yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning how to play piano by yourself is a challenge! But it doesn\u2019t have to be a lonely, frustrating, or unnecessarily grueling one. Here are some tips to help keep you grounded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Choose a style and\/or method and stick with it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is my favorite advice from Pianote Coach <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/sangah-noona-podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sangah Noona<\/a>. We are inundated with educational content every day. Every time I open YouTube, I find a new pianist who claims their method is <em>the <\/em>method. Of course, some methods are better than others, but starting and stopping too many methods can distract you from progressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do explore and see what\u2019s out there. But once you find a method that appeals to you, try it for a reasonable amount of time (say, a few months) before throwing it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/30144836\/You-Can-Play-Piano-Full-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with short platinum hair sitting next to piano holding sign that says You Can Play Piano.\" class=\"wp-image-14500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/30144836\/You-Can-Play-Piano-Full-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/30144836\/You-Can-Play-Piano-Full-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/30144836\/You-Can-Play-Piano-Full-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/30144836\/You-Can-Play-Piano-Full-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Expect to not want to practice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Piano will seem really fun at first, but there <em>will<\/em> be tougher times. You won\u2019t feel as good, you\u2019ll feel frustrated, and you may even be tempted to quit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It helps to be emotionally prepared for when this happens, because it <em>will<\/em> happen. That way, you won\u2019t be taken by surprise and will be less likely to quit. Because feeling this way is totally normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Set S.M.A.R.T. goals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>S.M.A.R.T. goals are <strong>S<\/strong>pecific, <strong>M<\/strong>easurable, <strong>A<\/strong>ttainable, <strong>R<\/strong>elevant, and <strong>T<\/strong>imely. So, set a goal like: \u201cI will play Mozart\u2019s Piano Sonata No. 16 by February of next year. It is an attainable goal because I can play pieces slightly easier than Piano Sonata No. 16. And it\u2019s relevant because it is one of my favorite pieces of all time and I want to perform it for Valentine\u2019s Day.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Join a community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pianists tend to be lone wolves, but it really doesn\u2019t have to be that way! Joining a community can help you progress a lot faster, pick up new ideas, and develop an important skill: playing with others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everyone is in a position to join a band, but we encourage piano players to join online communities. Talk through problems with pianists who have been there and done that, get shopping advice, and maybe even discover new music. (Psst: If you want to learn piano <em>and<\/em> join a community at the same time, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/trial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">give Pianote a try!<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Remember your \u201cwhy\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, when the going gets tough, remind yourself why you wanted to learn piano anyway. Whether it\u2019s to bond with someone you love, because you enjoy learning, or because you simply adore music\u2014remind yourself of this reason and let it be the fuel that propels you forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Piano is a lifelong journey. Even professional, concertizing piano players improve year after year. The learning journey never stops. And it can take a while! 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