If you are looking for songs to learn to play on piano, you might want to try learning "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus. The song uses four basic chords: E, B, A and C# minor.http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2d4VTfnMfM8 The chords are repeated in order throughout the entire song, making it a song most beginning pianists and more experienced players can learn.
"The Climb" was released as a single by Miley Cyrus in May 2009 from the "Hannah Montana: The Movie" soundtrack.http://www.billboard.com/#/album/original-movie-soundtrack/hannah-montana-the-movie/1210489 The song peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart and number five on the Billboard Pop Chart.http://www.billboard.com/#/song/miley-cyrus/the-climb/12922533 In the film, the song is performed at the climax, as Miley Cyrus' character reveals to her home town that she is Hannah Montana. A live version of the song was also recorded and released.http://www.billboard.com/#/song/miley-cyrus/the-climb-live/20553772
How to Play the Climb by Miley Cyrus on Piano
Pianist Lindsey Cloud demonstrates how to play "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus on the piano. Cloud shows closeups of how to form the necessary chords. She also demonstrates the chord progression and how each chord corresponds with the song's lyrics. This video is part of a wider series of piano tutorials available on the Mahalo.com channel on YouTube.
How to Play the Climb by Miley Cyrus on Piano
Step 1: Learn the Chords
To play "The Climb" on piano, you will need to learn these four chords: E, B, A and C# minor.
E chord: Form the E chord by playing the notes E, G# and B using the thumb, index finger and pinky of your right hand. Complete the chord by playing the E in the bass octave using your left hand.http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2d4VTfnMfM8
B Chord: The B chord is formed by playing the notes B, D# and F# using the thumb, index finger and pinky of your right hand. Use your left hand to play the B note in the bass octave.http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2d4VTfnMfM8
A Chord: To form the A Chord, play the A, C# and E notes using the thumb, index finger and pinky of your right hand. With your left hand, play the A note in the bass octave.http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2d4VTfnMfM8
C# minor: Play the C# minor using only your right hand. Play the notes C#, E, and G# with the thumb, index finger and pinky of your right hand.http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2d4VTfnMfM8
Step 2: Learn the Chorus and Verses
Once you feel comfortable forming the four chords, practice transitioning from one to the other in the correct pattern. The pattern for "The Climb" is E, B, A, B in both the verses and the chorus, with the inclusion of the C# minor chord once when transitioning to the chorus. The C# minor chord falls on the lyrics But oh, I've gotta keep trying. Transition from one chord to the next every four beats.http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=2d4VTfnMfM8
Step 3: Incorporate the Lyrics
Once you know the chords and how to transition from one to the next, incorporate the lyrics to the song.http://www.metrolyrics.com/its-the-climb-lyrics-miley-cyrus.html At this point, you'll be able to associate the lyrics with the chord you should be playing, making it easier to transition from one chord to the next. Practice these transitions regularly until you have mastered the song.
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How to Play the Climb by Miley Cyrus on Piano Tips
- Familiarize yourself with the chords necessary to play this song. For "The Climb," the chords are E, B, A and C# minor.
- Practice the song in an order that makes sense. Master the verses first, then the chorus and then the bridge.
- Incorporate the lyrics after you've learned to play the chords.
- Practice hard! Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Remember practice makes perfect.
