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Announcing the Winners of the Pianote Awards!
It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for: your votes are in and we’re ready to announce the winners of the 2024 Pianote Awards! Thanks to you, we can acknowledge and showcase some of the most accomplished players in the piano community this year. From skilled virtuosos and teachers to inspiring and talented entertainers, we put […]

Pianote / Articles
The Pianote Awards
This is a special event where the piano community comes together to celebrate incredible pianists of all styles and the amazing things they are doing.

Jemma Heigis / Improvisation
5 Pentatonic Licks Your Teacher Never Taught You ft. Jemma Heigis
The pentatonic scale is a go-to for improvisation across genres, bringing a bluesy edge and depth to any performance. If you’ve learned the basics of this scale, why not take it a step further? Here are five expressive licks using the pentatonic scale to help you stand out—and maybe even impress a few friends! 🎹 […]

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Erskine Hawkins / Chord Progressions
The Gospel Piano Chord Progression You Need to Know
Erskine Hawkins introduces you to the Root Movement Hotline! It's a "phone number" that represents a super popular gospel chord progression.

Pianote / Chord Theory
How to Play Piano Chords: Triads, 7ths, Extensions & More
How to play piano chords, including triads, seventh chords, chord extensions, and how to read chord chart symbols.

Sangah Noona / Chord Theory
How to Play a Walking Bass Line on the Piano
Learn how to play a walking bass line on the piano in this free piano lesson with Sangah Noona. All it takes is 1-2-3-5!

Erskine Hawkins / Chord Theory
The Most Musical Way to Practice Chords
If you’ve spent any time on Pianote, you’ll know that we love chords. Chords are the foundation to music, and knowing chords will unlock hundreds of songs. So, it only makes sense to practice chords a lot! But playing chords over and over again, solid and broken, can be boring. Luckily, Erskine Hawkins is here […]

Song Tutorials More Song Tutorials »

Lisa Witt / Classical
3 Easy Classical Piano Pieces
Learn 3 easy classical piano pieces that sound pro: 1. Canon in D 2. Moonlight Sonata 3. Prelude in C Major

Kevin Castro / Pop/Rock
How to Play “Don’t Stop Believin'” (Journey)
Learn how to play “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey step-by-step with Kevin Castro and get ready to belt with your friends.

Lisa Witt / Classical
Turkish March (Mozart) – Free Sheet Music & Tutorial
Expert tips on how to play Mozart's "Turkish March" or "Rondo alla turca," one of piano's most iconic solo pieces.

Charmaine Li / Seasonal
21 Spooky Piano Songs for Hallowe’en 2023
Creep out your friends with a soundtrack full of spooky piano songs. Download sheet music to learn them in time for Hallowe'en.

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Sangah Noona / Styles
Tango Piano 101
Spice up your piano playing with some tango rhythms! In this lesson, Sangah Noona shows you how to play two iconic tango patterns.

Jesús Molina / Play Faster
The Jesús Molina Speed Challenge
Learn how to play lightning fast with this quick speed challenge tip from world-renowned piano player Jesús Molina.

Pianote / Styles
Top 10 Gospel Piano Songs (and How to Play Them)
With a few tools and skills, you can learn to play gospel piano songs like "Amazing Grace," "Oh Happy Day," "I'll Fly Away," and more.

Lisa Witt / Technique
How to Sing While Playing Piano: 5 Tips
Learning how to sing while playing piano isn't easy, but it's SO fun and is a super useful and beneficial skill.

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Lisa Witt / Theory
Major Songs in Minor Keys! (Minor Key Concepts)
What do major songs sound like in minor keys? Take a listen and learn all about the theory behind transposing songs to minor keys.

Lisa Witt / Scales and Keys
Piano Technique Made Easy
Tips on how to practice scales, chords, arpeggios, and more on the piano without wasting time and getting bored!

Lisa Witt / Theory
Piano Music Theory That’s Actually Useful!
A no-nonsense guide to piano music theory you can actually use. Build scales, build chords, understand rhythm, and play songs.

Lisa Witt / Sight Reading
How To Read Notes Part 2
One of the most important skill sets to have as a piano player is knowing how to read musical notes so you can learn to play songs you love.

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Marc Lafontaine / Articles
Marc’s Piano Story: Rocker’s Music Journey Comes Full Circle With the Keys
Marc started off playing drums with high school friends. Today, he's a prog rock enthusiast on the keys.

Pianote / Articles
Interview With a Cruise Ship Musician (Piano Jobs You Can Get)
Want to make money sailing around the world? Check out our interview with pianist Adam Stout, a cruise ship musician with Holland America.

Scott Bradlee / Articles
Scott Bradlee (Postmodern Jukebox) on Jazz, Nostalgia, and Surviving the Age of Algorithms
Why music from the 1920s is still relevant, and how to stay grounded in the chaotic 2020s.

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Pianote / Chord Theory / Mar 4

How to Play ALL Piano Chords (Major, Minor, 7ths)