[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 (21–30)
I am (Theme Song of “Hodo Station”)Morita Manami
A masterpiece that just about every Japanese person has heard at least once, “I am.” It’s known as the theme song for the famous news program “Hodo Station.” The difficulty level of this piece is on the higher end of intermediate—roughly around Czerny No.
50 to 60.
The genre is jazz, and the tricky part is the intense high-register passage at the beginning.
It has a kind of jazz-specific difficulty that you rarely encounter in classical music, so repeated practice is necessary.
Fly Me To The MoonBart Howard
Known as a jazz standard, Fly Me To The Moon is a classic that continues to be performed in a variety of arrangements, from Frank Sinatra’s vocal version to instrumental covers by jazz artists.
It was also used as the ending theme for Neon Genesis Evangelion, so many people first discovered the song through Eva.
The chord progression itself isn’t particularly complex and is largely repetitive, making it a good choice for beginners.
If you actually try playing the melody and chords on the piano, you’ll notice how stylish and sophisticated it sounds.
The secret to that stylish feel lies in the sound of seventh chords used throughout the piece.
Even just sticking to the basics—melody in the right hand and chords in the left—lets you enjoy that chic vibe.
So if you’re a beginner who wants to play something stylish on the piano or try a jazz-like tune, definitely give it a shot!
Rondo Capriccioso in E major, Op. 14, MWV U 67 No. 1 AndanteFelix Mendelssohn
Beginning with an elegant and lyrical Andante and unfolding into a light, delicate Presto, this work by Mendelssohn is a masterpiece whose original form was created when he was just fifteen.
In the Andante, a clear, beautiful melody is sung out, offering an approachable charm reminiscent of a Song Without Words.
The Presto brims with lively, airy passages, evoking an atmosphere as if spirits were dancing.
The piece is also accessible in terms of difficulty: its simple structure and beautiful melodies make it ideal for those new to classical music.
If you start practicing at a slow tempo, it becomes a wonderful work through which you can steadily feel your progress.
Air on the G StringJ.S.Bach
When it comes to beginner piano pieces, many people probably picture Air on the G String.
Although it has a slow tempo, its dramatic melody leaves a powerful impression.
The sheet music isn’t very complex, so even beginners can play it without much difficulty.
If you want it to sound more captivating, work on your expressiveness.
It’s a piece whose atmosphere can change dramatically with interpretation, so be sure to try repeated practice.
Ecossaises in E-flat major, WoO 86Ludwig van Beethoven
This is a lively piece inspired by Scottish folk dance.
Included in the November 1825 album “Ernst und Tändeley,” it is a short, charming dance written in E-flat major.
Despite its simple two-part form, it features a friendly melody and a pleasant rhythm.
The work gained popularity as a salon piece and for ballroom use, exuding an elegant and cheerful atmosphere.
It is perfect for those who want to enjoy practicing the piano or experience a sense of fulfillment in a short performance time.
With its approachable structure and appealing melody, it serves as a good step in piano study.
Love’s GreetingEdward Elgar
A piece I’d like to recommend to intermediate players is Salut d’Amour.
Needless to say, it’s one of Edward Elgar’s masterpieces.
You’ll hear it very often at piano recitals, and the key feature of this piece is its gentle, beautiful main melody.
While it’s a right-hand–focused, lyrical work, left-hand octaves appear at key moments, which can easily lead to missed notes.
If you keep an eye on those spots and aim to play the right-hand octaves delicately as well, your performance will be lovely—give it a try for reference.
Serenade from SchwanengesangFranz Schubert
This is a piece included in Franz Schubert’s renowned song collection Schwanengesang, which he worked on from August 1828 onward.
Its sweet yet heartrending melody is striking, as if whispering hidden feelings to a beloved in the stillness of the night.
The delicate piano accompaniment captures the protagonist’s trembling heart and even the touch of the night breeze, drawing listeners into the world of the story.
It is also known for its use in the 1933 film Gently My Songs Entreat.
The wistfulness that pervades this work gently accompanies nights when one is overwhelmed by sorrow, making it a masterpiece you should listen to when you wish to indulge in sentiment.