Beginner Piano
Learn piano in London! Perfect for complete beginners. Expert piano teacher provides a fun, supportive introduction to music. Start your musical journey today!
Course Content
Beginner Piano is a beginner-level Udemy course taught by Benedict Westenra. It runs 4h 5m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.7 out of 5 from 2,237 reviews, with 14,406 students enrolled. It is a paid course, last updated May 2021.
Discover a Fun & Fast Path to Playing Piano – No Music Theory Required!
Frustrated with endless music theory lessons before you can actually play the piano? This beginner piano course is designed for you! Learn to play simple, real-sounding songs quickly and build confidence with immediate results.
"I'm amazed at what I've been able to learn and play." - Greg R
"This course walks you through playing simple songs, but they actually sound like the real thing which gave me a sense of accomplishment and encouraged me to keep playing. I highly recommend this course!" - Helenmary Cody
What You'll Learn:
This comprehensive piano course focuses on practical application, teaching you to play recognizable pieces right away. You'll master:
Easy Piano Pieces:
- The riff to John Lennon's "Imagine"
- "When the Saints Go Marching In"
- "Happy Birthday" (hands together)
- "Amazing Grace" (hands together)
- The opening of Pachelbel's "Canon"
- Bass line and chords of Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean"
Essential Piano Fundamentals:
- Understanding piano layout ("which way is up")
- Effective practice techniques
- Finger numbering
- Playing in time
- Note names
- Proper hand position
- Playing "legato" (smooth, connected notes)
- Phrasing
- Understanding "octaves"
- Coordinating both hands
- Using a metronome
- Playing chords correctly
Why Choose This Beginner Piano Course?
"Sound Before Sign": Unlike most courses that start with music theory, this piano tutorial prioritizes playing from the beginning. Research shows that learning to play first is more effective than struggling with music notation simultaneously. (Consider my "Read Music FAST!" course for next steps!)
Expert Instruction with Extensive Video Experience: I've been teaching piano one-on-one for over 10 years, working with students of all ages and skill levels. I have over 4,000 practice videos on YouTube, ensuring clear, paced instruction that keeps you engaged and progressing.
Develop Good Habits for Long-Term Success: This isn't about speed; it's about building a solid foundation. I'll guide you to play pieces quickly while establishing good technique, preventing you from developing bad habits that will hinder your progress later.
Start your piano learning journey today! This piano for beginners course will empower you to play the music you love, faster than you ever thought possible.
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