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What to Know About the Piano Keyboard Layout

If you’re new to the piano, chances are you have a lot of questions. And, at the start, most of these questions are going to revolve around navigating the piano keyboard. It might seem overwhelming when you’re faced with all those piano keys. And with no idea of what sound they make, or even why […]

An Introduction to A Major Chords

Whether you’re looking to play songs by Ed Sheeran or Billy Ray Cyrus, you’re going to need to learn how to play A major chords [1]. Major chords are generally simple, so they’re great for beginners who are looking to learn how to play their favorite songs. The A major chord specifically is a key […]

How to Play a Dm Chord on a Piano

What do these three songs have in common: “Like A Prayer” by Madonna, “Crazy In Love” by Beyonce, and “Killing In The Name” by Rage Against The Machine? All of these songs were written in the key of D minor (Dm). While the key contains other chords, the D minor remains at its core. Although […]

Beginner Guide on Top 10 Piano Chords

Want to learn to play chords on the piano? This article is a beginner guide on how to structure and play piano chords. Learn some easy tricks and techniques to play 10 of the most common piano chords. A Beginners Guide to Piano Chords – Keys, Fingers, and Chords Professional pianists are highly trained and […]

A Comprehensive Introduction to the Piano Chord Chart

Have you ever fantasized about riffing at the piano like a famous John (Williams, Legend, and Elton, respectively)? Sure, they have lots of natural talent. But they also have years of hard work and dedication to their craft behind them. How else could they pluck chords from thin air to improvise a song? Well, they […]

What Is an Em Chord and How to Play It on Piano

Looking to build up your piano chord repertoire? As you’re mastering the piano, you’ll use simple major and minor chords to form the foundation of a variety of songs in many styles [1]. The E minor chord is the third chord in the C major scale and can be found in everything from Beatles tunes, […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Natural Sign on a Keyboard

Have you ever looked at sheet music and wondered what the symbol is that looks similar to a sharp sign? The signs might look similar, but don’t play a sharp note. What you’re seeing is the natural sign. Like a sharp or flat sign, a natural sign is also accidental [1]. Let’s take a closer […]

How to Master Proper Piano Fingering

Getting correct piano fingering down can be difficult for beginners if you don’t have guidance. Thankfully, there are plenty of helpful guides online to help you out. Piano fingering refers to which finger you choose to play each note. In some music pieces, it is very simple or obvious. More advanced pieces demand you to […]

8 Approachable Piano Exercises for Beginners

Have you always wanted to play the piano, but haven’t been sure where to start [1]? Just like with learning any new skill, doing basic exercises is a critical first step when learning to play the piano. With the right piano exercises for beginners, your abilities and confidence will grow quickly. These exercises don’t need […]

Mistakes Beginners Make When Playing The Piano

Mastering to play the piano is a fulfilling experience; the sound it makes, and the beautiful flow of every key are some of the things learners strive to achieve. Unfortunately, it takes time, commitment and sacrifice to perfect your piano skills [1]. For beginners, it’s wise to understand some of the common mistakes and learn […]

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