Passion Continent: Carefully Selected Recommended Piano Scores — From Beginner to Advanced
When it comes to Japan’s leading violinist Taro Hakase, his signature piece is, of course, “Jounetsu Tairiku,” well known as the theme song of a documentary TV program!
Originally written for violin, this hugely popular piece is beloved in many forms, including piano, saxophone, and wind ensemble.
This time, we’ve picked out recommended sheet music and performance videos for those who want to play “Jounetsu Tairiku” on the piano with style.
Once you internalize the distinctive Latin-inspired rhythm and can play with a lively groove, you’ll feel just like a professional performer!
We’ve gathered a wide range from beginner-friendly to professional-level challenging arrangements, so find the version that suits you best.
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Jonetsu Tairiku: Carefully Selected Recommended Piano Sheet Music — From Beginner to Advanced (1–10)
henkyoku: Fast Music
“Jounetsu Tairiku,” arranged by Fast Music, features an arrangement that differs greatly from the original in the prelude and the ad-lib sections.
Even after the familiar rhythm kicks in, unfamiliar chords are woven in here and there, creating a sense of both comfort and surprise as the piece progresses.
It’s an arrangement that adds a calm, mature touch to the original’s passionate, dazzling atmosphere—perfect for those who want to take on a fresh take on “Jounetsu Tairiku.” However, the difficulty level is quite high, so careful, patient practice will be necessary.
henkyoku: ARA PIANO
This is an arrangement by ARA PIANO, who publishes piano arrangements of famous pieces—including Jonetsu Tairiku—on their YouTube channel and also offers members-only tutorials on how to play the piano.
While it faithfully reproduces the original violin piece, it has been adapted to be easier to play, making it perfect for intermediate players or those transitioning from beginner to intermediate.
Keep the Latin rhythm steady so it doesn’t break down, and play the striking right-hand melody with strength yet lightness.
Henchoku: Piano Lovers
An arrangement for beginner pianists by Piano Lovers, who have released numerous videos of J-POP piano arrangements.
The intro is omitted and the piece is kept under two minutes, making it a compact version recommended for anyone who wants to get a taste of playing “Jounetsu Tairiku.” The right-hand melody follows the original rhythm almost exactly, while the left hand is arranged to enter on the downbeat except in a few spots.
If you struggle to lock into the Latin groove, it might be a good idea to start with this score to get the feel, then step up to the intermediate and advanced versions.
Jonetsu Tairiku: Carefully Selected Recommended Piano Scores — From Beginner to Advanced (11–20)
henkyoku: NOTES music
NOTES music’s arrangement of “Jonetsu Tairiku,” performed by ear on piano from memorable tunes heard on TV and social media.
It’s labeled intermediate, but because the arrangement involves minimal hand position shifts and leaps, dedicated practice should make it playable even for beginners.
In the introduction, the left hand uses broken chords that are easy to grasp, so playing them too rigidly at a steady tempo may sap some of the passion.
Try adding rubato and mindful dynamics to create a more expressive performance.
henkyoku: minto sanjūni
An arrangement by mint32 that faithfully recreates Taro Hakase’s live performance.
Being able to reproduce that immersive live version on the piano is irresistible for fans! The sheet music is for advanced players, and the ad-lib sections—where the notes move freely—are especially challenging.
In addition to reading the score carefully, keep practicing until you can play with enough ease to capture the loose, unstructured vibe unique to live performances.
henkyoku: Ono Sachiko
This is a beginner arrangement by Sachiko Ono, designed to reduce the number of notes so the rhythm is less likely to fall apart.
For those familiar with the original music, some passages may feel a bit unusual, but because the original rhythm is very complex, beginners who have just started piano would spend a lot of time just reading the rhythm.
With this score, however, the piece is built from a minimum of notes without breaking the mood, so you can feel like you’re playing “Jonetsu Tairiku” and enjoy practicing without getting bogged down by the difficulty.
henkyoku: Ono Sachiko
Passion Continent arranged by Sachiko Ono for intermediate to advanced players.
The arrangement is relatively simple, so advanced players may find it easy.
However, what matters most in this piece is keeping the rhythm! As the number of notes increases, it becomes harder to maintain a steady tempo while conveying a Latin groove.
Therefore, it may be best to train with this arrangement—which is faithful to the original but uses fewer notes—before attempting arrangements with denser textures and higher difficulty.