Learn 4 Chords - Quickly Play Hundreds of Songs! [EASY VERSION]

What’s up my piano friends! Today we’re going to go over 4 simple chords you can use even as a beginner to play hundreds of popular songs on piano. Now, this is the simple, easy piano version. You could learn this in anywhere from one day to a week. Literally most beginner’s I’ve taught have learned this thing in about 3 days!

We’re going to simplify it by using some Music Theory Hacks - Don’t worry, you won’t have to understand exactly how they work. Just like you don’t need to understand electricity to use a light switch, you can just use these chords without understanding any of the advanced theory behind them.

So first off, I’m going to show you the exact NOTES of the chords. Next (THIS IS IMPORTANT) we’re going to go over the SYSTEM to learning them. A lot of beginner piano players don’t drill in the chords properly, and they end up frustrated and annoyed when it comes out sloppy, or when they can’t get hands together. But we’re going to eliminate that frustration by drilling it in step-by-step and using some techniques and strategies meant to solidify it into your muscle memory (like “The Four Rhythms!”)

And lastly, we’re going to talk about how to use “Money Patterns” and “Money Variations” to take this pattern to the next level - basically, these are simple variations in rhythm and timing we can easily learn withOUT changing the notes themselves. And it can give you a great way to spice up this chord progression when you use it in actual songs.

Oh, and sidenote: learning this can also help you start to develop some basic improv skills… so it’s like a 2 for 1!

Make sure you download the cheat sheet here to get started:

CHEAT SHEET INSTRUCTIONS:
2. Sign Up with your name and email (yes, it’s really free lol)
3. Scroll down to the bottom and click the “Learn 4 Chords Learn Hundreds of Songs” link
4. Scroll down to “PDF Cheat Sheet” and click the link to get it! The extra resources and videos are there as well

Happy practicing!

-Zach

Or connect with me here:

Watch me play piano at my other YouTube channel here:

Thanks for watching and subscribe if you want more online piano lessons and tutorials!

-Zach Evans

[johnkauffmann]

I am 73 years old. Never learned the piano, even though my mom taught piano for more than 50 years --- a big regret in my life. Decided to do something about it now. Your program is awesome! Thank you for putting so much on for free -- to get a beginner started. Well done!!

[GotAutism]

You know, the guy who made this is a great person, not only did he make the effort of making a YouTube channel to teach people, he went all the way and put his time into making his own website to teach people for FREE. He is selfless and one of the people on this earth who use their knowledge to help others, even if it’s through a screen and about piano, it doesn’t make a difference. But he makes a big one. 🙂

Edit: 3 years, 3.3k likes and 95 replies to this comment later and I’m playing on a near professional level at the age of 16. I can say with confidence that, being at the level I was 3 years ago, what I was taught in this video helped me a lot.

[katie.miller]

If you also wish to learn how to play the piano:
-Start with the Basics: Learn the names of the keys, basic music theory, and how to read sheet music. Understanding these fundamentals will make learning more complex pieces easier.
-Practice Regularly: Consistent practice is crucial. Aim to practice daily, even if it's only for a short period. Regular practice helps build muscle memory and improves your skills over time.

[tomaszdelmaczynski]

I'm 95 years old. I've met many teachers and many students. I've never seen such a good tutor in my long life.

[pituco]

I am 70 years old. I am a pilot and a FAA instructor. You are a true instructor. Be proud young man.

[sparklessparkles]

I am quarantined at home due to corona virus pandemic and couldn’t be happier now that I’ve found you, as I am going to come out of this with a new talent thanks to you!!! Yahoooo

[mauricebrown]

65 year old male first day on the piano. Great teaching ❤ I will follow you as I take this journey. You are Awesome!

[renet]

The last time I took piano was like 50 years ago. Typical scenario, I took it because my parents made me. Got out of it probably after a year. I feel like I never got past single note drills and kids Christmas songs. Pretty much hated piano. Now I’ve had a miracle! I’m no longer tone deaf and I’m singing on our church choir and I want to learn piano. I’ve been watching all the beginner piano lessons I can find on YouTube, and I’ve found your the easiest to follow. I like the handout, single handed left rhythm drills, then right hand chords without moving around the keyboard. Best of all I love following your lighted keys above your keyboard!!! Somehow by watching your keys I don’t have to keep looking down at mine and lose my place when I would normally need to take my eyes off the video to see what I’m doing, if that makes sense. I’m excited to continue practicing your drills and make real progress that I can feel and hear. Thank you for making it accessible for me with little musical experience!
The only thing that almost scared me away at the beginning was when you introduced chords that were not at the root, the way I learned from other videos, but once I got far enough along I saw why. I’m so glad I hung in there so I could see how quickly I would be able to play piano with two hands! That’s crazy and makes me want to learn more! Thank you!

[tammy]

Doing this during quarantine is such a good way to actually do something productive

[Archangel_Michaels]

Since my wife recently died (RIP Katherine) I'm learning/playing/;teaching music full time.
Guitar is my first love, been playing for 40+ years. Ive just recently taken learning piano and music theory.
You're channel is awesome, right about where I'm at - thank you for sharing all your hard work, I appreciate you.
Rock on !!!
~ A Michael

[dosgood]

I'm 127 years old and only played a banjo. You really helped me learn the keyboard!

[greigthomas]

Brilliant. I have been playing for 42 years and this is the best video I have seen on the four chords. Awesome hat by the way 🎹

[lorik]

I'm 63 and just picked up a used keyboard. I took some lessons as a child and tried online lessons before, but it was awful hard. So far, I've got through your first two lessons today and hope to continue with 10 - 30 minutes per day. Thanks Zach and I really want to keep playing.

[petermckinnon]

I don't usually comment on you tube but here goes. I am a 50 year old male who is thinking about learning piano. This is the best video I have come across on her to help me in my lessons. Thank you.

[juliahuberty]

55yrs old. Violinist. Played piano on n off 30 years. Poorly. Thank you I am getting this! Yessss! Thank you! You bring light into our

[thaivias]

Thanks Zach for taking the time to make this awesome, easy to follow lesson. I am 67 and had some minor musical background but piano always intimidated me. Now I feel with your help, I may just beat it and be able to make music again. It has been years and I truly miss it. Thanks again.

[JaidaChannel]

For years, I wanted to learn piano but got overwhelmed with all the other beginner tutorial videos. But this one here is the best. This actually reignited my interest to push through the challenge. Thank you! Focusing on your tutorials now. 💪🏽💪🏽

[colincampbell]

I'm getting it. 70 year old hands a little wayward sometimes but I will get it Rock Solid. Never too old to learn something new.

[amarzite]

I bought my piano years ago but didn't know how to play by own I was playing it without know any chords and now today I learnt everything in just 2 videos I really appreciate you you are the best tutor with best tutorials

[MustMakeStuff]

Well my friend, you are very selfless for offering such incredible lessons for those who want to learn how to play the piano. I have adult ADHD and I have always had a difficult time learning, based on the way some people teach. However, you are the very FIRST person who offers solid hacks and ways to solidify the notes into our muscle memory. You teach the way I learn best. It can be very difficult for us neurodivergents to take advantage of courses and lessons if they do not cater to the different ways that people learn. I am 55 years old and I learned how to play the piano from a friend, back in high school, when I attended the School for the Arts. I clearly remember that she taught me in a very similar way as you. Thank you kindly.