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Spirituals for beginner piano
African-American spirituals of the nineteenth century, the songs behind gospel and jazz. Strong, singable melodies with a swing, usually built on just three chords. 10 of our 201 free pieces, grouped by difficulty, each on its own page with full-size sheet music, a play button, practice notes and a short history.
Nursery rhymes 48 Children's songs 24 Folk songs 41 Spirituals 10 Hymns 7 Rounds 10 Christmas carols 25 Classical themes 24 National songs 4 Australian songs 8
Level 1: Right hand, C to G 1–2
The right hand alone in C position, thumb on middle C and one finger on each white key up to G. Every tune is in C major and stays on those five notes. One line of music on the treble staff, with a finger number and a letter name on every note.
Level 2: Left-hand chords 3–3
The left hand joins in with chords on the bass staff, little finger on the C below middle C: C, F and G. The tune still sits in C position, and the right little finger stretches one key up to A.
Level 3: Notes below middle C 4–6
The tune goes down below middle C to B, A and G, so the right hand reaches or shifts down and comes back to C position. Still C major, still the same three chords in the left hand.
Level 4: Up to the C above 7–7
The tune climbs past G to A, B and the C above middle C, so the right hand moves up and back. All white keys, all in C major (or A minor).
Level 6: Moving on 8–10
Sharps and flats appear in the tune, the pieces run longer, and the left hand becomes a real second part. Still written in C major or A minor.
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