Piano Tips To Master The Basics

No matter the age, anyone can learn how to play the piano if they are willing. Online tutorials are not recommended over books and printouts because they cannot be used at the piano. Regardless of whether you use a piano or keyboard, learning how to play the piano is as easy as one-two-three, or rather A-B-C.

Attaining piano lesson material is the first step in learning how to play piano. Obtain books and sheet music that are specifically geared towards beginners. Local music stores, bookstores, and online stores can supply you with these. If you are interested in DVD material, sites such as http://www.learn-and-master-piano.com provide reviews of some popular programs. Sometimes great deals can be found at second-hand thrift stores and used book stores. It is now time to learn how to play the piano, since you have finished gathering your "piano for beginners" supplies.

Piano keys are lettered A through G. Middle C is the first key taught to beginners The keys on the right of middle C are the high notes, the left being lower notes. White keys are labeled as "natural" keys and differ from the black keys which simultaneously "sharp" (♯) and "flat" (b). Because a black key is placed with white keys on either side, it can be sharp and flat depending on the natural key that is being referenced. This concept can be confusing so it is a good idea to focus on playing and learning all of the natural keys first.

Knowing where to place your fingers will help with learning how to play. Your thumb of your right hand is assigned to middle C with the other fingers fanning out over the white D, E, F, and G keys. The left hand is placed the same as the right, but over the natural B, A, G, F, and E keys. Your fingers should be curved a little and positioned lightly on the keys.

After having acquired significant understanding of the keys and playing ability, sheet music can be learned. One of your lesson books should have a diagram of which piano keys correspond to which sheet music notes (as illustrated below).

The ability to practice playing songs comes after having acquired knowledge of piano keys, finger placement, and the basics of sheet music. More challenging sheet music can be acquired when all of your beginner lessons are accomplished perfectly. Music theory, chords, chord patterns, and piano technique are some of the additional skills you can expect to acquire as your abilities advance.

After learning how to play piano via the basics offered in this article, you can proceed to acquire additional expertise. Take into account that playing the piano is not as easy for some people as it is for others. Learning to play the piano will be a hard yet gratifying journey.