[Piano Etudes] Recommended for Beginners! A Curated Selection of Easy, Playable Pieces
A vast number of beginner-friendly piano scores line the shelves of music stores and online shops.
“I want to start playing the piano, but where on earth should I begin?” Many people have this question and find it hard to take the first step.
In this article, we introduce recommended practice pieces for those who have just started learning the piano.
We’ve carefully selected easy, accessible pieces from a wide range of genres—perfect for complete beginners or those returning to the piano.
If you’re about to start practicing the piano, this is a must-read!
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[Piano Etudes] Recommended for Beginners! A Curated Selection of Easy and Playable Pieces (21–30)
Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro
Isn’t this the song that many people think of when it comes to spring? When spring arrives and the cherry blossom buds start to swell, this song begins to play around town and on TV.
It’s the song that first shocked the public with Moriyama’s style, and it caused his recognition to skyrocket, proving he’s more than just riding on his parents’ coattails.
Maiden’s PrayerTekla Bądarzewska
This is a famous piece by Tecla that almost everyone has likely heard.
At first glance it may seem quite difficult, but the melody is simple, so if you practice slowly you will definitely be able to play it.
It can create a glamorous atmosphere.
Bells of the AlpsTheodor Oesten
It’s a piece by the German composer Oesten, sometimes written as Austin in English.
As the title suggests, it begins with bell-like sounds and is a brilliant piece, making it well-suited for recitals alongside the same composer’s “Alpenglow.”
Country RoadHon’na Yoko
It’s the theme song from the film “Whisper of the Heart.” Originally, it’s a Japanese cover and translation of the American song “Take Me Home, Country Roads.” Both the right-hand melody and the left-hand accompaniment are approachable for beginners.
The Alps at sunsetTheodor Oesten
Composed by the German composer Oesten (spelled “Austin” in English).
It’s difficult to master shortly after beginning piano lessons.
However, it evokes images of the sacredness of the Alps, the refreshing wind, and the way the sky and mountains become tinged with color, making it an excellent piece for recitals.
SumireStreabbog
This is a very charming waltz composed by Striébog, a Belgian-born piano composer of the 18th century.
It is characterized by a mood that brightens and gently warms both the performer and the listener.
Please enjoy playing it with a sense of fun.
Invention No. 1J.S.Bach
A piece composed by Bach in a two-voice contrapuntal style.
The subject and its corresponding countersubject appear repeatedly throughout the piece, undergoing slight changes each time.
It is advisable to study the score carefully and work on it while searching for where the subject is hidden.