Level 1: the first few weeks
Short melodies on the white keys, or with just one black key, with the right hand staying in one position most of the time. They include Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, Happy Birthday, Ode to Joy, and Jingle Bells.
- Cumpleaños feliz · F major · The most requested song, in F major, with just one black key and chords for the left hand.
- Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star · C major · Your first piece. Just white keys, long notes, and three chords.
- Ode to Joy · C major · Beethoven's melody in C major, mostly moving stepwise, with two chords.
- Jingle Bells · C major · The chorus in C major: you can play it all with your hand in one position.
Level 2: Once You Know the Basics
Pieces with hand position changes, black keys, more detailed rhythms, or more frequent chord changes. Try Silent Night, Für Elise, and Pachelbel's Canon.
- Noche de paz · C major · The Christmas carol in 6/8, with a gentle rocking rhythm and three left-hand chords.
- Für Elise · A minor · Beethoven's famous theme, for the right hand only, in A minor.
- Pachelbel's Canon · D major · A melody that descends in half notes over an eight-chord progression in D major.
How to read this sheet music
- Each note has its name underneath (C, D, E, F, G, A, B), so you don't need to read sheet music to get started. If you'd like to learn, see this guide.
- The melody is written in treble clef for the right hand. For help finding the notes on the staff, see this explanation.
- The symbols above the staff (C, F, G7, Bm...) are the left-hand chords. Each has its own page with a keyboard diagram.
- At the beginning of each score, you'll see a fraction such as 3/4 or 4/4. This is the time signature. It tells you how many beats are in each measure. Learn more in this guide.
- The Listen button plays the melody and highlights each note as it sounds. The print button lets you print the score or save it as a PDF.
How to practice any of these songs
- Start by playing the right hand alone, slowly. Only increase the speed with the metronome once you can play it without mistakes twice in a row.
- Break the song into phrases. Learn one, repeat it five times, and only then move on to the next.
- Say the note names aloud as you play. This helps you connect what you see with the key you press.
- Watch your hand position. Keep your wrists relaxed and your fingers curved. This guide explains it in detail.
- Add the left hand only once you're comfortable with the right. Start with one chord per measure.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I download easy piano sheet music as PDFs?
Every score in this section has a print button. You can also use it to save the sheet music as a PDF, with no account required.
Is this sheet music free?
Yes. The songs are in the public domain, and the sheet music was created by Gissi Music Academy. You can view, listen to, print, and save it as a PDF for free.
How do I read the notes in this sheet music?
Each note has its name written underneath, so you just need to find that key. To learn to read the notes on your own, start with the treble clef guide and the guide to how many keys a piano has.
What's the best song to start learning piano?
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star. It uses only white keys, long notes, and a very comfortable hand position. Then try Happy Birthday and Ode to Joy. Find more ideas in easy piano songs.
Is there easy piano sheet music for kids?
Yes. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, Happy Birthday, and Jingle Bells are songs children already know. With the note names written underneath, they can play them from their very first lessons. If you'd like guidance, Gissi offers piano lessons in your home in Bogotá and online.