Learn Classical Piano; Learn To Play & Read Music!

Step-by-step beginner piano course focused on classical music: notes, rhythm, scales, chords, arpeggios & easy pieces.

What you'll learn

Read sheet music confidently using both treble and bass clefs.

Play original classical piano pieces using proper technique and expressive interpretation.

Understand and apply basic music theory concepts such as rhythm, intervals, and scales.

Build strong hand coordination and finger independence through progressive technical exercises.

Requirements

No prior experience with music or piano is required.

A keyboard or acoustic piano (88 keys preferred) is recommended.

Access to a printer or device for viewing printable sheet music is helpful.

Motivation and willingness to practice regularly.

Description

Have you always dreamed of playing beautiful classical piano music, but never knew where to start? This course is designed for absolute beginners of all ages—from teenagers starting at 12 to adults and seniors who want to begin (or restart) learning piano. No prior knowledge is needed—just curiosity, motivation, and a piano or keyboard. Step by step, you’ll build a solid foundation in technique and music theory, while learning real pieces from the classical tradition.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to read sheet music (notes, rhythm, rests, time signatures, and key signatures).Essential classical technique through scales, arpeggios, and exercises (Czerny, Hanon).How to play and understand chords, inversions, and harmony.A beginner-friendly introduction to intervals, the circle of fifths, and key signatures.Beginner classical piano pieces, such as:Bach: Prelude in C MajorSchumann: The Wild HorsemanKabalevsky: Waltz Op. 39 No. 13How to create an effective practice routine that balances exercises with real music.By the end of this course, you’ll be able to confidently read sheet music, understand music theory basics, and play beginner-level classical pieces with technique and expression.Whether you’re a teenager, adult, or senior, this course gives you the tools and confidence to start your classical piano journey—enjoy the process, make music, and discover the joy of playing timeless pieces!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome & course overview

Lecture 2 Materials needed

Section 2: Module 1 : Introduction to the piano

Lecture 3 Lesson 1 : The Piano’s History and Evolution (and why it's important)

Lecture 4 Lesson 2: Understanding the piano mechanism

Lecture 5 Recap of Lesson 2: Understanding the piano mechanism

Lecture 6 Lesson 3: The right posture and finger numbering

Lecture 7 Lesson 4: The different ways of playing » legato vs non-legato

Lecture 8 Lesson 5: The keyboard layout, Middle C and Note names explained

Lecture 9 Lesson 6: The difference between 'practicing' and REALLY Practicing efficiently

Section 3: Module 2: The absolute basics of music notation and rhythm

Lecture 10 Lesson 1: The Foundations of Sheet Music (The Staff, Clefs, Measures)

Lecture 11 RECAP Lesson 1: The Foundations of Sheet Music (The Staff, Clefs, Measures)

Lecture 12 Lesson 2: Unlocking the Language of Notes: Their Names, Treble and Bass clef

Lecture 13 Worksheet Module 2 Lesson 2

Lecture 14 Lesson 3: Mastering Rhythm and Note Values (Note Values, Rests, Whole and Half S

Lecture 15 RECAP and Worksheets Lesson 3

Lecture 16 Lesson 4: Dynamics Made Simple (The Basics of Musical Expression: Loud, Soft, an

Lecture 17 Lesson 5: Scales Unlocked (Understanding Scales, Playing C Major with Both Hands

Lecture 18 Lesson 6: Exploring 6/8 Time and Rhythmic Patterns (Mastering 6/8 Time Signature

Lecture 19 RECAP Lesson 6: Exploring 6/8 time

Section 4: Module 3: Putting it all together

Lecture 20 Lesson 1: Building Coordination and Musicality

Lecture 21 Lesson 1.1: Air Mozart Implementing what you've learned in Lesson 1

Lecture 22 Lesson 2: Getting Started with Your First Piece

Lecture 23 Lesson 3: Exploring Binary and Ternary Measures

Lecture 24 Lesson 4: Discovering the Waltz in 6/8

Lecture 25 Lesson 5: Expanding Your Horizons with High Notes

Lecture 26 Lesson 6: Expanding Your Horizons with Low Notes

Lecture 27 Lesson 7: Performance and Reflection (Chopin's Waltz in a minor)

Section 5: Module 4: LEVEL UP

Lecture 28 Lesson 1: Welcome to Level UP – Motivation and Mindset

Lecture 29 Lesson 2: Circle of Fifths and Key Signatures

Lecture 30 Lesson 3: Classical Piece 1 – "Minuet in F Major" by Leopold Mozart

Lecture 31 Lesson 4: Scales – Major, Melodic Minor, Harmonic Minor

Lecture 32 Lesson 5: Classical Piece 2 – Theme from Swan Lake – Tchaikovsky (Simplified)

Lecture 33 Lesson 6: Broken Chords and Arpeggios

Lecture 34 Lesson 7: Classical Piece 3 – "Prelude in C Major" Bach

Lecture 35 Lesson 7: part 2

Lecture 36 Lesson 7: part 3

Lecture 37 Lesson 7: part 4

Section 6: Module 5: Your introduction to Classical Repertoire

Lecture 38 Lesson 1: Long and Short by Bartok arranged by Michael Kravchuk

Lecture 39 Lesson 2: Minuet Alexander Reinagle Arranged by Michael Kravchuk

Lecture 40 Lesson 3: Waltz, op. 39, No.13 – Dmitry Kabalevsky

Lecture 41 Lesson 4: Minuet in G - Easy Ending

Lecture 42 Lesson 5: Etude in C Major Op. 125, no.3 Anton Diabelli

Section 7: Module 6:The Language of Harmony – Chords, Voices & Counterpoint

Lecture 43 Lesson 1: The Building Blocks of Harmony (Intervals, Chords & Inversions)

Lecture 44 Lesson 2: Harmony in Action (Playing a Piece with Mixed Chords)

Lecture 45 Lesson 3: How Music Breathes (Chord Progressions, Harmonic Roles, Tension & Cade

Lecture 46 Lesson 4: Riding Through Harmony (Learn “The Wild Horseman” by Schumann)

Lecture 47 Lesson 5: Voices in Harmony (SATB, Scientific Notation & Vocal Ranges)

Section 8: Module 7: Reading the Fine Print – Sheet Music Symbols & Expression

Lecture 48 Lesson 1: Ornaments – Trills, Mordents, Turns, Grace Notes

Lecture 49 Lesson 2: Articulations & Expression Marks (Expanded)

Lecture 50 Lesson 3: Navigation Symbols – Don’t Get Lost!

Lecture 51 Lesson 4: Playing Arabesque by Burgmüller – Bringing It All Together

Section 9: Module 8: Enhancing Technique with Études and Hanon Exercises

Lecture 52 Lesson 1: Why Études and Hanon?

Lecture 53 Lesson 2: Hanon No. 1 – Your First Finger Workout

Lecture 54 Lesson 3: Finger Gym: Czerny Style

Lecture 55 Lesson 4: Combine & Conquer – Your Practice Routine

Section 10: Module 9: Exploring Classical Repertoire Together

Lecture 56 Lesson 1. Sick Doll by Tchaikovsky

Lecture 57 Lesson 2.Prelude in e minor Chopin

Lecture 58 Lesson 3. Gymnopédie Erik Satie

Lecture 59 Lesson 4: Una Matina by Ludovico Einaudi Part 1

Lecture 60 Lesson 4: Una Matina by Ludovico Einaudi Part 2

Lecture 61 Lesson 4: Una Matina by Ludovico Einaudi Part 3

Lecture 62 Lesson 4: Una Matina by Ludovico Einaudi Part 4

Section 11: Module 10: Whats next?

Lecture 63 Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your Progress

Lecture 64 Lesson 2: Choosing New Repertoire

Lecture 65 Lesson 3: Advanced Techniques to Explore

Lecture 66 Lesson 4: Enhancing Your Practice Routine

Lecture 67 Lesson 5: Reading and Analyzing Any Sheet Music You Encounter

Lecture 68 Lesson 6: Playing Any Song You Want (Even If It’s Challenging)

Lecture 69 Lesson 7: Lifelong Music Learning

Complete beginners who have never touched a piano before.,Students who want a structured, step-by-step introduction to classical piano.,Anyone who felt overwhelmed or confused trying to teach themselves piano online.,Teens, adults, and self-learners looking for a clear guide to piano basics and classical technique.