4 Things EVERY Beginner Piano Player Needs To Know

Starting out on the piano can be daunting and overwhelming. It's a big instrument. And in my years of teaching beginners, I've seen some common struggles that new learners go through.

So if you are new to the keys (or newly returning to them), here are 4 things that I think EVERY beginner needs to know to help you guarantee success.

0:00 Intro
0:35 1. Your Brain Will Work Faster Than Your Fingers
2:30 2. Play Songs Right Away
4:45 3. Practice When You Can
5:27 4. Start Improvising Right Away

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[PianoteOfficial]

Which of these do you find most challenging?
- 1. Your Brain Will Work Faster Than Your Fingers - 0:35
- 2. Play Songs Right Away - 2:30
- 3. Practice When You Can - 4:45
- 4. Start Improvising Right Away - 5:27

[TheDarikextra]

I think you're an adorable person with a BIG heart. Thanks for all the great lessons you share with us

[kristmz]

I'm almost 30 and have always wanted to learn piano but "never found the time". I'm just starting now and its really bringing me peace during this time that we're in right now. I am so appreciative for this channel and what you're doing thank you so much.

[vwrjeep]

It should be 5 things every beginner needs to know.

5. Watch Lisa’s tutorials.

[Vivid_art_visions_art]

All of your videos are helpful and I couldn’t play piano like I do now without you. Keep up your GREAT WORK

[slimshekar]

I am 77 and an absolute beginner to the piano/keyboard. I just discovered you and am having so much fun trying things out. Thanks to you, I am actually practicing scales every day! You make learning to play so much fun and easy and you have great energy. Thank you!

[LemonJelly]

The sound of the piano just makes my heart sing, I love it. I’m 42 and I’ve been scared to take the plunge through concern of not being able to reach goals I have in my head. I learned guitar when I was 30, but skipped the music theory so I feel frustrated as a guitarist. I don’t want to make the same mistake with piano.

Love these videos, it’s really given me a confidence boost and the inspiration to learn.

[jackiemcnaughtan]

I am not starting out, but still have a long way to go. I have never improvised before but I will now. Thank you.

[guitargirl]

Love the improvising tip. Of course! It seems so obvious.. you're in C so any white key will work as C has no sharps or flats in It's scale. So you really can't go wrong . Doh! I'll be doing that later today. Thanks for a great tip👍💖

[joshuareavis]

You are such a valuable asset to the world of piano. I thought I was doomed in my attempt to learn piano in my mid 30"s but for some reason you have really struck a chord with me. Unintended pun aside, you are absolutely amazing! I'm only a few weeks into this journey but you are my go to for lessons and thus far I am progressing at an unexpected yet alarming rate!

[azadlaxman]

brilliant your teaching vibe is infectious, heartfelt thanks for all the lessons

[krystaljohnson]

I love this! I wish I had learned piano from you, but now I'm filling in the gaps by watching every single video you post. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[ilyha]

Hello. Please can you make a video explaining the steps for learning to play the piano. For example step 1: scales, step 2: chords etc. This will greatly give direction to people who don't have access to tutors or can't afford them and are self learning. Iam also personally stuck after doing scales and chords as I don't know what to do next.

[sagnar]

Best channel I’ve ever found for piano learning

[chrisbell]

I love watching these videos, you are always so smiley and it’s just enjoying to watch someone like you teach; Thank you so much!! 😊

[robinchrisb_]

Whenever I need to be inspired I go to this channel. It really helps. Thank you.

[jacobg]

Thanks heaps for these amazing videos. I don't know what I would do without your channel. 😊

[KirkVandenBerghe]

That was SUCH useful advice for this (frustrated) beginner. Just site-reading grade school kids songs had sapped my creativity and motivation. I changed things up. It's working.

[JohnSmith-qvdb]

My go to instructor since starting to learn in January this year. I'm still grasping the basics but I could watch you all day, great teacher with a very beginner friendly personality which has the effect of making me want to practice rather than dread it. Easy on the eye as well, what's not to like. Thanks for your effort in these videos.

[LimpBizkit]

I get my piano this week I’m a percussionist but never played keys. Thanks for the tips 🎹