[Beginner] Recommended for adult piano beginners! Beautiful & stylish piano pieces
The piano’s clear, shimmering tone that soothes our hearts.
Now that we’re adults, many people are rediscovering its appeal and thinking, “I don’t just want to listen—I want to play it myself!” More and more are starting lessons: those who found practice a chore and piano lessons a burden as children, but now, as adults, want to practice again and learn to play.
In this article, we introduce beautiful and stylish piano pieces recommended for adult beginners and for those returning after a break.
From classical to Western pop, Japanese songs, video game music, and film scores, we’ve curated a wide selection to help you find a favorite piece.
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[Beginner] Recommended for adult piano novices! Beautiful & stylish piano pieces (71–80)
Humoresques, Op. 101 No. 7Antonin Dvořák
Antonín Dvořák’s masterpiece, “Eight Humoresques,” is notable for its gentle, relaxed melodies.
This time, I’d like to introduce No.
7 from the set, “Eight Humoresques, Op.
101.” The key points of this piece are the score reading and the modulation section.
As for reading the score, it presents quite a challenge for beginners.
And then there’s the modulation: octaves appear suddenly, so be sure to warm up your fingers well before tackling it.
Prelude, Op. 45 in C-sharp minorFrederic Chopin
This piece is by Frédéric Chopin, a composer who stands alongside Franz Liszt and Robert Schumann as a leading figure of the Romantic era.
Though only about 40 measures long, it shines with Chopin’s characteristic delicate harmonies and masterful modulations.
With an elegant, nocturne-like atmosphere, it has a dreamlike resonance.
Completed in 1841, the work drew particular attention for the sophistication of its key changes.
Chopin himself is said to have remarked, “Never before have my modulations gone so well.” It’s a highly recommended piece not only for piano students but also for anyone looking to become more familiar with classical music.
See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa
Wiz Khalifa’s 2015 hit “See You Again ft.
Charlie Puth” is a piece that reveals the piano’s delicate side.
In addition to being chosen as the theme song for the film Furious 7, it also drew attention when figure skater Shoma Uno used it in an exhibition program.
Although it’s a quiet piece, be careful not to make the sound too weak—ensure each note is clearly articulated.
To avoid a monotonous performance, try building excitement toward the end by adding more layered tones, and experiment with the number of notes as well as dynamics.
Impromptu of the WindNakata Yoshinao
One track included in the album “Children’s Dreams” is striking for its refreshing melody that feels like a breeze passing through.
Its light, flowing, and free melodic line is pleasing to the ear, and the use of glissando adds a captivating touch that shines in recitals.
This 1-minute-20-second miniature blends graceful phrases with delicate touch, fully drawing out the piano’s expressive power.
Selected as a required piece for the Grade C category of the 2011 PTNA Piano Competition, it’s recommended for those who want to refine their technique while savoring the joy of music.
With natural fingerings that consider different hand sizes, it’s designed so anyone can enjoy playing it.
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada’s “Hanataba wo Kimi ni” is a great recommendation because it’s easy to grasp the image of a piano-and-vocal performance.
Especially in the first verse, it’s made up of just Utada’s vocals and piano accompaniment, making it perfect for practice.
If you can play chords, you can get through the entire song using a total of seven chords: five basic chords and two applied (extended) chords.
The accompaniment method is the most orthodox style of playing quarter notes, so it’s easy to tackle even while singing.
Definitely give it a try!
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
The nationally beloved anime Doraemon was adapted into 3D CGI and made waves with the film STAND BY ME Doraemon.
The theme song chosen was Motohiro Hata’s “Himawari no Yakusoku” (Promise of a Sunflower).
The melody in the A section uses many eighth notes and changes at a relatively steady pace, making it easy to catch the rhythm.
It’s recommended even for piano beginners who struggle with rhythm.
While the chorus melody gets a bit more intricate, it’s originally a slow ballad, so it remains approachable.
Your SongElton John
On July 8, 2023, in Sweden, Elton John—Britain’s world-renowned singer-songwriter—brought his tour to a close and, to the regret of many, retired from more than 50 years of life on the road.
As a peerless entertainer who loved live performance, his decision feels bittersweet, but it’s wonderful that we can continue to enjoy the marvelous music he left us.
His universally known ballad “Your Song” is a masterpiece centered on piano accompaniment, so many people likely want to try playing it as a solo piano piece.
If you’re worried that finding sheet music for Western songs is tough, rest assured: a classic of this stature has plenty of editions available in Japan, and this article also introduces beginner-friendly scores you can refer to.
As mentioned, the original arrangement itself is built around the piano, so it should be easy to imagine when playing it as a solo piano piece.
