“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 and Recommended Sheet Music for Adults (1–10)
Piano Leisure Course for Adults: Beginner Edition — Starting from How to Read Musical NotesYamaha Myuujikku Entateimento Hoorudingusu
Created with input from experienced piano instructors, “Adult Easy Piano Course: Introductory Edition—Starting from Reading Notes” lets even beginners enjoy the joy of “being able to read music” and “being able to play the piano.” While learning the basics such as how to read sheet music and finger numbers, the book is structured so you can make steady, enjoyable progress on your own.
The included pieces are all familiar tunes, like children’s songs and folk songs from around the world.
I’m a piano teacher myself and use it in lessons with adult students, and from a teacher’s perspective I find it very clear and easy to use.
You can master it on your own! Beyer Self-Study for Adults, Volume 1Yamaha Myuujikku Entateimento Hoorudingusu
The Beyer Piano Method has long been cherished as a classic piano instructional book.
Originally, it’s a simple collection containing many short exercises, but in “Teach Yourself Beyer for Adults, Volume 1: Master It on Your Own,” explanations and advice are added so you can practice effectively even when studying solo.
Because it contains few musical elements, this collection is often avoided as “rather boring,” but with guidance that serves as a roadmap for your practice, you’ll be able to keep going without losing interest.
Piano Solo: Easy and Instant Classics for Adults – 100 Selected MasterpiecesYamaha Myuujikku Entateimento Hoorudingusu
This book is perfect for those who can’t practice every day but want to play their favorite songs on the piano, and for those who would rather enjoy musical pieces than focus on finger drills.
Famous classical works are arranged in an easy format, with each piece fitting on about a two-page spread, so beginners can progress quickly without getting bored.
Detailed fingering is also provided, allowing you to enjoy performing familiar pieces without the frustration of “not having enough fingers” or “not being able to play smoothly.”
Master It on Your Own! Burgmüller’s 25 Easy and Progressive Studies for Self-Study by AdultsYamaha Myuujikku Entateimento Hoorudingusu
Burgmüller’s 25 Easy and Progressive Studies not only weave together a variety of techniques essential for piano playing, but each piece is also beautiful, approachable, and enjoyable to work on.
Master Burgmüller’s 25 Studies on Your Own: A Self-Study Guide for Adult Learners is the perfect book for those who want to learn piano independently, featuring performance tips and practice methods not included in the urtext edition.
Although they are called studies, many of the pieces are musical and showy, making this book recommended even for those who might get bored with simple finger exercises.
Piano Lessons for Adults: Learn on Your Own from the Beginning, Volume 1Yamaha Myuujikku Entateimento Hoorudingusu
With a DVD and commentary, “Piano Lessons for Adults: Learn on Your Own from the Beginning” lets you learn at your own pace without strain.
It comes in two volumes (upper and lower), each piece accompanied by tips for practice and explanations of newly introduced terms.
When explanations are too detailed, reading becomes a chore; when they’re too brief, you worry you haven’t understood.
This text strikes the perfect balance—clear and comprehensive without excess—making it ideal for anyone who wants to take their time practicing piano at home.
It’s a highly recommended method book that lets you experience the joy of improvement as you play familiar children’s songs and classical masterpieces.
Hanon Piano Method for Adults: Finger Training Without StrainYamaha Myuujikku Entateimento Hoorudingusu
Hanon: The Virtuoso Pianist is a must if you want to build solid piano fundamentals.
It’s perfect for adult beginners looking to train their fingers, but Hanon is also notorious for being a completely boring book to play… This edition, Adult-Beginner Hanon: For Stress-Free Finger Training, adds detailed guidance on posture, hand shape, practice methods, and more so you can approach Hanon with motivation.
It reads like having a piano teacher’s advice packed right in, so you can comfortably study on your own.
Beyer Piano Technique: Introductory Bookzen ongakufu shuppansha
Barnum’s Piano Technique, often considered the classic of classics among method books for developing technique.
Each short exercise—just a few measures long—comes with a title that evokes everyday movements, such as “Let’s Skip” or “Let’s Jump,” along with stick-figure illustrations.
This helps learners clearly visualize hand and finger motions while building technique.
It’s an easy-to-use resource even for self-study, guiding beginners through common questions like “How should I move my fingers to cut off the sound?” and “How should I use my arm to play smoothly?” by providing concrete, relatable imagery.