Self-Study Piano Lessons! A Complete Introduction to Easy and Recommended Sheet Music for Adults
“I want to try playing the piano, but it’s hard to attend lessons.” “Even if I buy a book, I’m not sure I can learn on my own.” If this sounds familiar, this article is for you!
In this article, we introduce recommended sheet music perfect for adults who want to learn to play the piano, as well as for those who learned as children and want to try again—all suitable for self-study.
When choosing sheet music for practicing at home, it’s very important that the level is approachable for beginners or those returning after a break, and that the explanations are easy to understand.
All the scores we’re introducing meet these criteria and are popular choices, so be sure to use them as a reference!
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Self-Study Piano Lessons! A Roundup of Easy, Recommended Sheet Music for Adults (31–40)
Toy Story 2 “When She Loved Me”Sarah McLachlan
The jewel-like ballad from Disney’s Toy Story 2, sung by Sarah McLachlan—renowned for her translucent vocals—features a beautifully haunting melody that quietly seeps into the heart.
Produced in 1999, the film gently weaves the delicate bond between toys and humans, masterfully portraying universal themes of parting through growth and the loss of cherished memories.
With a calm, piano-centered arrangement and an elegant melodic line, its richly emotional sound world makes it a piece you can savor while practicing slowly and exploring musical expression.
Because the melody stays within a single octave, it’s perfect for taking your time with the score.
It’s a masterpiece I highly recommend to music lovers who admire the world of Disney works.
Three New Etudes No. 2 in A-flat majorFrederic Chopin
I’d like to introduce No.
2 from Frédéric Chopin’s “Three New Études.” Set at an Allegretto tempo, it presents the challenge of coordinating different rhythms—triplets in the right hand against eighth notes in the left.
With slow, careful practice, you’ll definitely be able to play it.
The melody lies in the upper voice of the right hand, so the key is to bring that line out.
The left hand also spans a wide range, so be sure to practice your leaps thoroughly.
Composed in 1839, this piece is a wonderful work that teaches not only technical skills but also musical expression.
It’s recommended even for those who have just started playing the piano.
Come and experience the world of Chopin!
Passacaglia Harpsichord Suite No. 7 (HWV 432)Georg Friedrich Händel
This piece encapsulates the charm of Baroque music.
Built on a four-bar theme, it unfolds through 15 variations in which rhythm, melody, and harmony are artfully transformed.
Amid its majestic atmosphere, a rich musicality shines through, gripping the listener’s heart.
It is also popular as a keyboard study piece and is recommended for those who have just begun learning the piano.
As you savor the process by which complex music emerges from a simple theme, you can experience the profound depth of Baroque music.
It is a work that conveys the timeless appeal of Handel’s music.
Dragon Quest ‘Overture’sugiyama kouichi
Known as one of Japan’s most iconic pieces of video game music, this work is distinguished by its grand orchestral sound.
It opens with a fanfare, then unfolds into an exhilarating melody.
The tune, which heralds the start of an adventure, has the power to stir the listener’s heart.
It often transcends the realm of game music to be performed in various settings, and it was even used at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2021 Olympics.
It’s a piece that not only game fans will enjoy but also one that invites a challenge on the piano.
Though short, its storytelling structure inspires a growing sense of anticipation for a new adventure every time you play it.
In conclusion
This time, we introduced sheet music and textbooks recommended for those who want to start learning piano on their own.
With scores that include careful explanations—as if you were taking lessons with a piano teacher—even complete beginners at sight-reading or piano playing should be able to practice with confidence.
First, let go of the idea that “piano is difficult, so you can’t play unless you take lessons,” and try working on it steadily at home.