Starting on the piano can feel a little overwhelming, but some easy exercises can help you learn the basics. Here are some I found really helpful:
Five-Finger Exercises
Try playing five-finger patterns in different keys. Place your thumb on a note and use your fingers to play up to the fifth note. This helps make your fingers stronger and improves your coordination.
Scales
Practicing major and minor scales is great for finger movement. Start slowly and try to play each note evenly. Play the scales going up and down the keyboard. This helps you get to know the keys better.
Hanon Exercises
These exercises are made to build finger strength and control. The first few are pretty simple and focus on repeating easy patterns.
Chord Progressions
Practice playing basic major and minor chords. Start with C major (C-E-G) and then try others. This helps you learn how to place your fingers and understand music harmony.
Slow Practice
When you practice, going slow helps you get things right. Set a goal to slowly speed up as you become more comfortable with what you’re playing.
Setting small goals, like learning one exercise each week, can keep you motivated and show you how much you’ve improved. Happy playing!
Starting on the piano can feel a little overwhelming, but some easy exercises can help you learn the basics. Here are some I found really helpful:
Five-Finger Exercises
Try playing five-finger patterns in different keys. Place your thumb on a note and use your fingers to play up to the fifth note. This helps make your fingers stronger and improves your coordination.
Scales
Practicing major and minor scales is great for finger movement. Start slowly and try to play each note evenly. Play the scales going up and down the keyboard. This helps you get to know the keys better.
Hanon Exercises
These exercises are made to build finger strength and control. The first few are pretty simple and focus on repeating easy patterns.
Chord Progressions
Practice playing basic major and minor chords. Start with C major (C-E-G) and then try others. This helps you learn how to place your fingers and understand music harmony.
Slow Practice
When you practice, going slow helps you get things right. Set a goal to slowly speed up as you become more comfortable with what you’re playing.
Setting small goals, like learning one exercise each week, can keep you motivated and show you how much you’ve improved. Happy playing!