[Christmas] Introducing recommended Christmas songs that are easy to play even for piano beginners

Shepherds, keeping their flocksJohn Gardner

Makibito Hitsuji o (The First Noel) Piano Performance & Sheet Music

Angels announcing the birth of Jesus Christ to shepherds, and wise men traveling from the East guided by a star—this traditional English carol, which has long passed down that Bible story in a humble melody, is arranged here for piano in a gentle and simple style.

The beautiful melody paired with a simple, stylish arpeggiated accompaniment brings out the best of the piano, and in the key of C major it’s an easy arrangement for beginners.

Start by carefully learning the melody and the arpeggiated accompaniment without added chords.

Once you can play the defining contours of the piece accurately, try adding the chords and aim to keep a steady tempo without disturbing the triple meter.

At the end of the wilderness

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This hymn depicts the biblical story of shepherds in the fields hearing the angels’ song and being led to the birth of the Savior.

In the chorus, many notes are set to a single syllable, musically portraying the majestic scene of a host of angels spreading across the sky.

The melody is stepwise and easy to remember, and the meter is regular, so even beginners should be able to take on the piano performance without difficulty.

It’s a perfect piece for those who want to play solemn church music on the piano or feel the true meaning of Christmas through music.

Do you want to build a snowman?Kristen Anderson-Lopez,Robert Lopez

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Released in March 2014 as an insert song for Disney’s Frozen, this piece poignantly portrays Anna repeatedly calling to her sister Elsa—who has shut herself away—through the door, asking, “Do you want to play?” With a simple arrangement centered on piano and strings, its melody is easy to remember and the fingering is beginner-friendly, making it a great choice for those just starting piano.

This Christmas season, enjoy performing this heartwarming music while feeling the bonds between sisters and family.

White LoversKuwata Keisuke

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A winter love song crafted by Keisuke Kuwata, one of Japan’s most iconic singer-songwriters.

Released in October 2001, it topped the Oricon weekly chart.

The song poetically depicts the loneliness felt with the winter chill and memories of a past love.

Set against scenes of falling, accumulating snow, it leaves a strong impression with its stance of cherishing a bygone romance as something beautiful, even while holding onto a bittersweet yearning.

Its gentle arrangement and deep emotional expression make it perfect for a cold winter night.

Recommended for those spending a winter evening alone or looking to reflect on precious memories with someone special.

The Son of God, this very nightJohn Francis Wade

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A solemn carol that has been sung since the 18th century and is indispensable for Christmas services.

Since its score was first published in 1751, it has been translated into more than 100 languages worldwide and is widely known in Japan under the title “Kami no Miko wa Koyoi Shimo.” It features an easy-to-remember melody based on the diatonic scale and a responsorial refrain, and it’s pleasantly accessible to play on the piano.

Thanks to its dignified yet simple harmonic progression, you can evoke a fully Christmassy atmosphere simply by slowly following the melody with your right hand!

My lover is Santa ClausMatsutōya Yumi

Lover Is Santa Claus Piano Beginner Beautifully Resonant Piano Solo Christmas

A song by Yumi Matsutoya that established Japan’s Christmas culture as an event for lovers.

Included on the 1980 album “SURF & SNOW,” it became widely known through the 1987 film “Take Me Out to the Snowland.” The meaning of “Your lover is Santa Claus,” which is hard to grasp in childhood, only truly clicks when you fall in love as an adult.

It warmly portrays that coming-of-age journey.

The bright melody over a lively 8-beat is easy to remember, and when played on the piano, you can feel the Christmas excitement spilling right from your fingertips.

Ode to JoyLudwig van Beethoven

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The melody placed in the final movement of Symphony No.

9 is captivating for its memorable tune made up of simple scales and broken chords.

The beautiful stepwise phrase “E E F G G F E D” features very smooth fingering, making it approachable even for those who have just started learning the piano.

While performances with orchestra and chorus resound with majestic exultation, on the piano the flowing beauty of the melodic line stands out even more, offering an elegant resonance that suits the quiet of winter.

Start by learning the melody with your right hand, and once you’re comfortable, add the bass with your left hand and try playing with both hands!