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Comprehensive Piano Learning Guide

Most piano resources are useful on their own. The hard part is knowing what to do next. This guide turns the original sight-reading chart into one practical path from beginner reading to intermediate playing.

Pick one main course. Work through one section at a time. Use the videos for explanation and the PlaySheet pieces for actual practice.

30 minutes

5 min: technique / scales
5 min: fresh sight-reading
15 min: repertoire
5 min: chords, ear work, or improvisation

60 minutes

10 min: technique
10 min: sight-reading
25 min: repertoire
10 min: chords / lead sheets
5 min: ear work or improvisation

Short sessions done regularly beat a perfect routine you rarely use.

For this level

PracticeHanon No. 1PlaySheet · technique block PracticeOde to Joy: Simple HarmonyPlaySheet · reading block WatchYour Piano Practice Routine is Probably WrongLearn Piano with Jazer Lee ReadFree Audio for Alfred Piano MethodsAlfred Music · slow and play-along tracks ReadWhat worked for adult beginners?r/pianolearning

Comprehensive Piano Learning Guide

How to Use This GuideChoose a level, practice it, test it, then move on.+

FoundationsKeyboard geography, posture, note reading, and rhythm.+

Level 0: Learn to ReadSimple two-hand reading before chords.+

Level 1: Chords and Lead SheetsTriads, chord symbols, inversions, and simple accompaniment.+

Levels 2-3: Build RepertoireMove around the keyboard and start playing graded repertoire.+

Levels 4-5: Early IntermediateRead patterns instead of individual symbols.+

Levels 6-7: Independent PlayingRead structure and learn new pieces without a tutorial.+

Technique, Scales, and TheoryA small technical track beside the main path.+

Ear Training and Sight-ReadingRead new music often and train your ear alongside it.+

Daily PracticeA simple split that keeps every skill moving.−

30 minutes

60 minutes