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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.

Notice phrase structure, sequences, cadences, harmony, voice leading, and form while you play. Work in unfamiliar keys and styles. Keep some polyphony and awkward rhythm in the mix.

Add small creative tasks: improvise over a progression, reharmonize a melody, write eight bars, or pick out a tune by ear.

Move on when

you can choose how to learn a new piece, diagnose weak spots, and pick useful exercises without needing a tutorial.

For this level

PracticeThe EntertainerPlaySheet · rhythm + coordination PracticeFür ElisePlaySheet · longer repertoire WatchIntermediate Piano Course, Lesson 1Bill Hilton WatchLearn Music Theory in Half an HourAndrew Huang

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.−

Move on when

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.+