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Piano is easy! A selection of sheet music that beginners can play with both hands

One reason people feel that “the piano is hard…” is that they often try to tackle pieces or arrangements that are too difficult from the start.

Even YouTuber pianists who play freely and professional performers began by carefully reading simple scores and practicing slowly with one hand.

In other words, no one can suddenly play difficult pieces smoothly from the get-go!

So this time, we’re introducing easy arrangements of famous pieces that beginners can use to challenge hands-together playing without overexerting themselves.

We’ve selected a wide range—from classical to film music to pop—so pick a piece you like and give it a try!

Piano is easy! A selection of sheet music that even beginners can play with both hands (31–40)

Album for the Young, Op. 68 No. 35 “Mignon”Robert Schumann

It captivates with its delicate, poetic character, inspired by the girl Mignon from Goethe’s novel.

Included in Album for the Young, Op.

68, this piece was composed by Schumann in 1848 for his daughter Marie’s seventh birthday.

Its warm E-flat major sonority and gentle harmonic progressions create a serene, introspective atmosphere.

Though the melody is approachable, it demands nuanced touch and phrasing, making it ideal for piano learners looking to deepen their expressiveness.

It’s a piece through which one can feel the connection between literature and music while exploring the distinctive emotional expression of the Romantic era.

Simple yet profoundly moving, it offers a chance to experience Robert Schumann’s characteristically warm musical world.

Alliance de David, Dance Collection No. 18, Non presto, C major — not fastRobert Schumann

The serene miniature that closes Davidsbündlertänze invites listeners into the world overflowing with Robert Schumann’s poetic sensibility.

True to the indication “Not fast,” its gently flowing melody and tender harmonies convey a calming warmth.

Among the pieces first published in January 1838, this one is particularly imbued with an introspective mood, revealing Schumann’s delicate sensitivity.

Ending peacefully, it is approachable for beginner-level piano students and offers an accessible taste of Romantic expressiveness.

Performed at a relaxed tempo, it allows one to savor Schumann’s distinctive poetic expression.

Carnaval, Op. 9 No. 12 – ChopinRobert Schumann

Written in A-flat major, this work is a musical portrait that Schumann dedicated to Chopin.

Composed between 1834 and 1835, it expresses Schumann’s deep respect and affection for him.

Characterized by delicate, poetic melodies, it is an enchanting piece that evokes Chopin’s signature, graceful piano sonority.

It is relatively approachable for beginner pianists and ideal for those who wish to learn Chopin’s musical traits.

Just as Robert Schumann introduced his contemporaries through the Neue Zeitschrift für Musik, this piece can be seen as a musical dialogue that conveys Chopin’s allure.

Despite its relaxed tempo, it offers richly expressive interpretation.

Six Écossaises No. 5Ludwig van Beethoven

Beethoven, 6 Ecossaises for Piano, No 5, WoO 83
Six Écossaises No. 5Ludwig van Beethoven

This graceful dance in E-flat major leaves a striking impression with its bright, lively atmosphere.

Published in 1807, the piece incorporates elements of Scottish folk dance, and despite its short performance time of about 30 seconds, it fully brings out the piano’s distinctive tone and expressive range.

The elegant sound world woven by the 2/4 meter and sprightly melody captivates listeners.

While it includes technical elements such as left-hand leaps and turns, it also retains the accessibility of salon music, making it an ideal study piece for piano learners.

It is a charming work that can draw out the performer’s expressive abilities.

Seven Ländlers, WoO 11 No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven

Based on the Austrian folk dance “Ländler,” this piece is a charming piano work featuring a bright and lively melody.

Premiered in Vienna in 1799, it is characterized by simple, approachable harmonies and melodies, and it enjoyed popularity at contemporary balls.

While it carries a triple meter and the rustic atmosphere of the Alpine region, it also conveys a refined musicality.

It is recommended for those who want to develop expressive piano playing or explore classical music, and it also shines as a concert piece.

Selected as a Grade B Classical required piece for the 2023 PTNA Piano Competition, its appeal remains undiminished today.

Piano Is Easy! Sheet Music Beginners Can Play with Both Hands (41–50)

Andante in C major, K. 1a, from Nannerl’s Music BookWolfgang Amadeus Mozart

This miniature piece of just ten measures was composed when the composer was five years old.

Crafted from a simple sequence of notes, it features a charming C-major melody that gently envelopes the listener.

As it shifts from 3/4 time to 2/4 time, it deftly weaves in fundamental elements of music.

Its appeal also lies in the contrast between its birdlike, twittering sweetness and Baroque-style phrases.

For students of keyboard instruments, it is an ideal piece for developing a sense of tonality and rhythm.

Although it dates back to early 1761, as recorded, it remains widely cherished in music education today.

Minuet in G major, K. 1 (K6 1e), from the Nannerl NotebookWolfgang Amadeus Mozart

An elegant minuet that the young Mozart wrote for his sister, Maria Anna Mozart.

In G major and triple meter, this piece is characterized by its straightforward melody.

Structured in an ABA ternary form with 8-bar repeats, it’s an approachable work free of stiffness.

Composed in Salzburg between December 1761 and January 1762, it displays a level of musical construction and expressiveness that seems remarkable for a five-year-old.

With its simple yet beautiful melody and clear structure, it’s recommended for beginners at the piano or those looking to try Mozart’s music.

Its unpretentious atmosphere and rhythmic charm make it an ideal piece for taking a first step into classical music.