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A must-see for piano beginners! Recommended training videos that are great for basic practice

When you’ve just started playing the piano, everyone struggles with how to practice.

In this article, we introduce recommended training videos for piano beginners!

The videos cover a variety of topics: how to read sheet music, how to learn chords, how to relax your fingers and arms, and exercises to develop quick, agile finger movements.

Each one teaches the basics in a clear, accessible way, making them a great benefit for anyone learning piano on their own.

Watch while keeping in mind the specific points you’re struggling with in your piano practice!

A must-see for piano beginners! Recommended training videos for basic practice (21–30)

[Play in 1 Week Series vol.1] AI Story Beginner [Movie Big Hero 6 Theme Song]

[Play in 1 Week Series vol.1] AI Story Beginner – [Movie Big Hero 6 Theme Song]
[Play in 1 Week Series vol.1] AI Story Beginner [Movie Big Hero 6 Theme Song]

I’m going to practice playing AI’s hit song “Story.” All you have to do is follow the finger numbers shown on the keys, so even if you can’t read sheet music, you can just practice while watching the video.

The first half of the piece is played at the normal tempo, and the second half is played at half the usual tempo.

[Yukkuri Commentary] Für Elise Explained

[Yukkuri Commentary] Für Elise – Commentary 1
[Yukkuri Commentary] Für Elise Explained

With a relaxed, easygoing commentary, we explain Beethoven’s famous piece “Für Elise.” It’s a slightly laid-back class, but over several sessions you’ll learn to play the entire piece.

It’s suited for those who have time and want to study thoroughly.

[Piano Lesson / Beginner Playing Course] First Time Playing the Piano! Part 1 [Keyboard / Practice Performance]

[Piano Lesson • Beginner Playing Course] Your First Piano Performance! Part 1 [Keyboard • Practice Performance]
[Piano Lesson / Beginner Playing Course] First Time Playing the Piano! Part 1 [Keyboard / Practice Performance]

These are online class videos by professional musicians to help you learn to play instruments.

In this session, they teach the fundamental aspects of playing the piano and keyboard.

It seems well-suited for those who want to express a more pop style on the piano rather than a classical one.

Arabesque Burgmüller 25 Etudes Interpretation Arabesque Burgmüller

Arabesque <Piano Lessons Explained in Video> Burgmüller 25 Etudes Interpretation Arabesque Burgmüller
Arabesque Burgmüller 25 Etudes Interpretation Arabesque Burgmüller

I’m giving a lesson on how to perform “Arabesque” by Burgmüller, which is also well known as a piano exercise piece.

Although this piece may sound difficult, its melody line is quite simple, so even beginners can play it stylishly.

Chords on the Piano? A Beginner’s Guide to Playing and Singing: What Are Chords?

Piano Chords (1): Beginner’s Guide to Singing and Playing – What Are Chords?
Chords on the Piano? A Beginner’s Guide to Playing and Singing: What Are Chords?

This is the perfect beginner class for anyone who’s just started piano but wants to try singing and playing as soon as possible.

It teaches accompaniment in a simple, easy-to-understand way.

The material is also summarized simply, so it feels like you can pick it up right on the spot.

Piano Chord Lesson 1

This course is for people who want to try playing pop and rock on the piano.

It’s a slightly different approach from traditional methods, but you’ll get used to the sounds as you learn combinations of chords.

You’ll also see that there are various ways to learn depending on the genre you want to play.

Senbonzakura piano beginner slow performance Hatsune Miku

[Yukkuri] Senbonzakura / Kuro Usagi P (Easy Piano Solo) Hatsune Miku – Senbonzakura [Easy][Slow]
Senbonzakura piano beginner slow performance Hatsune Miku

I’m performing the popular Vocaloid/Hatsune Miku song “Senbonzakura” at a slower, laid-back tempo.

The original is much more up-tempo, but playing it slowly creates a surprisingly emotive atmosphere and makes practice enjoyable.