Free Piano Course - Lesson 1 for Complete Beginners

[@PianoRoadmap]

If you're looking for an in-depth piano course to get you started on your piano journey, check out my Faber Follow-Along Piano Course! It goes hand in hand with the Faber Adult Method Book 1, offering a TON of extras like sight reading, theory, new pieces, technique, and more! Find the details here: www.pianoroadmap.com (and use code INTRO2024 to get your 1st month for only $25!).

[@NinaSoyfer]

I checked it out - great logo this is great for adults who are too shy to take in person lesson

[@Nawhtoohtoo-bw6hk]

Hi

[@shenamackey6340]

Good teaching, very clear and easy to understand but positions of hand for birthday song feels to awkward for me.

[@felixprophete122]

I am 69 years old and finally decided to buy my very first piano. I never played the piano in my life, and since I am a senior, and RETIRED, I realized that piano is fun

[@lizme5083]

I'm the same age!!!! And was just gifted a piano by my brother. So I'm not the only one ❤ how's is it going for you?

[@noirhorror197]

Same age! Must be a 69 thing. LOL

[@willyjacinto9577]

Hi madam thanknyou for uploading this vedio im interested to learn more so could you please post or upload vedio in you tube the entire lesson so i could follow it up thank you for kind xonsideration to this request

[@williamcastilla1963]

I'm 53 and I want to learn as well. I like Susan's approach. It is never too late! I salute everyone who is doing this! Best wishes to everyone!!

[@NinaSoyfer]

this is awesome. I have a student who started at 82 and he is really enjoying it - this is a great video too, she is very good :)

[@johnmason4041]

Dear Susan, as a very critical professor of pedagogy I have to say I am really impressed! Great stuff!

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you!

[@james2578]

Lol anyone who defines themselves as a very critical professor needs an ego check.

[@iwantotterpops13]

@@james2578no they don’t

[@CynthiaHughesSammons]

I had lessons as a young child. I am in my 60’s now bought a piano and been looking for best you tube channel to learn from. Today I found YOU! Thank you for being so calm and explaining so easy. You are an amazing teacher! 💝

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome! Have fun learning 😊

[@Librivore42]

Bless you for offering this for free. I'm trying to self study (I have an old keyboard) and I've been desperate to find a helpful course that isn't locked behind subscriptions I can't afford.

[@NinaSoyfer]

that's true - this is a very good first lesson - everything is super clear and slow enough to follow. hope you are getting much better - I know you can do it :)

[@blank3369]

My grandparents bought me a keyboard when I was 12 back in 2019 I’m now 17 and determined to learn .

[@PianoRoadmap]

Love it, good luck!

[@ahmadsoub3410]

you are different you care about people with first touch on piano , i have seen many other channels , you start from the very scratch, thank you dear

[@karenneel5790]

Just played happy birthday for the first time I. Years. You made this 67 yr old woman so happy Thank you.

[@PianoRoadmap]

😃😃😃😃

[@jimmyarce7279]

Hi, I'm 65 years old and finally decided to buy my very first piano. I have never played piano in my life and since I'm a senior and retired, I realized I have allot of time and getting bored. Since its a New Year, I thought it's a good time for a new year resolution and start something new. I'm a good music listener and always thought I wish I could play musical instrument. I've asked some people from music stores, and they said the best way to learn is to search in KZbin. Finally, I saw you and I decided I should subscribe and follow your awesome easy to learn piano instructions.

[@Zilkinu_The_Editer]

good luck

[@PianoRoadmap]

Good luck! You might also try to an adult piano method book, like Faber or Alfred. They go through all the foundational material and make it easier to go in whatever direction you want with the piano. The Faber book (www.sheetmusicplus.com/en/product/adult-piano-adventures-all-in-one-piano-course-book-1-4921824.html?aff_id=753781) is my favorite, but the Alfred (www.sheetmusicplus.com/en/product/alfred-s-basic-adult-all-in-one-course-book-1-3658941.html?aff_id=753781) is good too. Those are affiliate links, just FYI.

[@zammy357]

I just started to play piano, Susan makes learning enjoyable, I am on lesson number 2,thanks so much for great and enjoyable lessons 😊

[@itsmehi103]

I started playing guitar about a year ago, but then I figured I might as well learn piano too. Thanks to this video, piano is new hobby of mine

[@Faithandlovelanguages]

That was wonderful. I am almost 51 and finally played happy birthday!!!

[@PianoRoadmap]

🎉🥳

[@KB___]

Your thoughtful instruction and assignments have helped me improve so much in just two weeks. Love your structured approach. Wish I had found your channel sooner.

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you for your kind words and generous Super Thanks!

[@OnceThere]

This was extremely helpful, didn’t feel overwhelmed, and actually felt like I was gonna make some real progress. One of the best piano lessons for beginners that I’ve found so far.

[@annelawrie2416]

Liked this looking forward to next lesson .

[@LeeWaiKien]

❤🙏

[@zabriel5370]

omg...i was having a hard time finding some one to teach me on youtube...and i watch video after video all over the internet and i was loosing faith because no one was able to teach me where my hands go and detail instructions for a super beginner like me until God guided me to your video. Finally my prayers were answered after wstching your lesson 1 from this video. And let me tell you: wooooooow i am impressed and now i understand how to name and place my hand and sitting position and what goes with what. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your video. I will continue learning with you. You are the BEST piano maestro in the world. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. 😊❤

[@PianoRoadmap]

That's wonderful to hear! And thank you for your kind words 😊

[@l8mono]

Hi teacher I want to tell that Your explanation it’s very good . and not only foreigners benefit, but also Arabs. My brother and I are learning to play through your beautiful, simple explanation Thank u 🤍🤍🤍✨

[@PianoRoadmap]

I'm so glad to hear it!

[@BabyRQ]

Thank you so much for your time. I have a piano at home for the longest time (brand new), bought it for my daughter so she could learn to play it when she was 12 years old and who is now a doctor. The piano has not had any use, so I have decided to teach myself to play piano and came across your videos. THANK YOU SO, SO MUCH!!! 🙏🏻🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🙏🏻

[@PianoRoadmap]

Awesome, hope you have a blast!

[@simaabedini5908]

I can’t believe myself , never played any instrument in my life . Bought my first keyboard last week now i know the basics 🙏💁🏼‍♀️

[@PianoRoadmap]

Good luck!

[@JaniceSyracuse]

I had basic piano lessons when I very young and I regret not being serious learning or mastering it! Now I'm 63 and my fingers cannot stop playing without a keyboard! I told myself I'll buy a portable keyboard piano and be serious in learning again! I'm happy to find you Teacher here! Your personality made me easy to learn again! Thanks so much! God bless you!

[@Nonemike]

I am 10 years old. I been struggling in my school piano class lately hut after seeing this baboom💥💥 I am already professional

[@kylershahalami6453]

Used to play piano and violin back in middle school. Fast forward 12 years, and I'm ready to get back in the saddle after forgetting nearly everything. Thank you for this awesome free series!

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome!

[@katecastro752]

I got a piano for Christmas and I'm happy I found someone showing actual lessons instead of just songs

[@arklatexkids]

Im going to start myself as well as my 8 year old your lessons. We got our piano this past weekend and I’m praying your videos are what is needed. So far by watching, it’s the best lesson I have watched out of ALL the videos I’ve tried. TY

[@PianoRoadmap]

That's awesome that you'll be helping your 8 year old! I hope this gives you both a successful start!

[@ronyoung1481]

I’m 75 and my husband just bought me a small Casiotone keyboard. I’m really enjoying the lessons and hoping I can master this. Thank you for the lessons. Linda

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome! And best of luck on your piano journey ☺️

[@Alyssa-pinkgirl]

Hi I am 10 years old and I never played the piano before and because of you I learned my first song on the piano, you have an amazing teaching skills. I will follow you to learn some more techniques. Thank you very much. 😊❤

[@NinaSoyfer]

you explained this first lesson and especially the two vs. three black keys and higher lower on piano really well. this is definitely a good resource for my students - I have so often trouble with high and low - so this is perfect. Thanks so much

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome!

[@ellemarcello]

I used to take piano lessons when I was a kid but I stopped; not because I didn't want to play, but because my piano instructor was extremely mean and that was very hard at that age. I'm 30 now and finally decided to start up again and I'm so happy to have found your channel :) You have such a warm teaching style and I love how you cover the basics!

[@PianoRoadmap]

I'm sorry you had that experience. Wishing you all the best as you restart your piano journey!

[@patriciamcelrath6701]

THANK YOU, your way of teaching is so comfortable for a beginner. You take the fear away and make it enjoyable for a senior.

[@48markf]

This is the first video I have found that a beginner can realistically comprehend and keep up with. Thank you!

[@NinaSoyfer]

yes it is nice that the video is passed slow - I like it as well :)

[@48markf]

@@NinaSoyfer Thanks, Nina! I subscribed to your channel. I'm interested in yoga as well so I'll be interested in seeing your videos about that. :)

[@NinaSoyfer]

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[@MAHDYzz]

it's really funny that am starting this course and playing "happy birthday" for the first time ONE DAY after my birthday! I must say, what you are doing is so incredibly helpful and done so beautifully, am so happy people like you still exist, I can't afford to buy any course and this is such a good starting point. I pray for you, thank you so very much, my best wishes for you.

[@PianoRoadmap]

Perfect timing. Happy Birthday! 🥳

[@motabor4462]

Your offering to show folks how to learn and play is an enormous gift!! Played as a kid and couldn't recall how to remember where the notes are. I will be practicing. Very grateful. Thank you!

[@Nicocopufff]

Impatient 13yr old here. I'm a self-taught pianist, having bought my first keyboard earlier this year. I jumped right into learning songs without learning the basics prior, so maybe now's a good time to actually learn. 😅 Thank you for teaching people for free, lessons like these keep me from losing my mind.

[@Nicocopufff]

This is what I get for forcing myself to learn songs I wasn't ready for haha

[@brooke7065]

literally me. good luck fellow beginner 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽😭

[@Nicocopufff]

​@@brooke7065 you too!

[@thedoopa3169]

I used to play by ear. There wasn't much that I couldn't play by listening and after playing the song for a few hours I could ensemble a masterpiece. I recently had a heat stroke and I can no longer play. I try and my head literally hurts trying and it's the most horrible thing

[@PianoRoadmap]

I'm so sorry to hear that, that must be incredibly frustrating. You said it happened recently, so hopefully, you can find healing and return to 100%.

[@thedoopa3169]

@@PianoRoadmap I'm hoping these tutorials can get my brain rewired. It's only been a month but it sucks.

[@duchessarts]

hey man how’s it going? hope you’re better now!

[@amirahsanneh5838]

How are things going now

[@filipinaincostaricarinafam2194]

I like the way you teach piano

[@bensalvador6809]

Hello, I'm Benz from Philippines, 60yo, a complete beginner, I'm interested to learn bought a Yamaha psr ew410, so thankful that I found your channel. God bless you for these free lessons 👏👏

[@Rachelgill-xp8ok]

Am 15 yrs old and am learning piano

[@meow_vent]

Woahhh thankyou i have been looking for free course, videos on KZbin for weeks finally found someone who has thought the piano very patiently, beautifully........ So uhh I just wanna say THANK YOU

[@doingwhatIwant]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! Please keep making these! So excited!

[@albinbarrios5929]

Thanks!

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you for your support! 🎶

[@Epsidawn]

I like how very calm and soft your voice is. It relaxes me a lot.

[@ssckl]

Thank you so much for introducing piano roadmap to me. I am almost 70yo, but have taken this challenge to learn. I am now onto lesson 5😅. You make lesson time enjoyable, no pressure with clear instructions. Thanks heaps. Bless you.

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you for your support! ❤️ Awesome to hear you're on Lesson 5 🎉

[@harrok38]

I am grateful for you providing lessons and guidance to us beginners. I am 86 years old and want to learn “from the ground up”.

[@lamabitrus4800]

I've been yearning to play piano lessons for like for everrrr i had a tutor bbut he was always busy You made this a lot easier thank you so much 😚😚😚🤗🤗

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome 😊

[@cgloria6]

Thanks for the piano lesson.. Have always wanted to play since childhood.. The money or resources were not there.. Finally bought a 88 digital piano. Spent two weeks watching all these videos on youtube and wasn't happy with the videos.. I know they are trying on there videos and appreciate there time.. But like you said in one of the comments below teaching styles vary.. Im looking for someone who understands I have never sat in front of a piano and need all the basics.. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND HELP!! HOPE TO SEE YOU IN LESSON TWO NEXT WEEK after I do all the homework you have given us..

[@GrayOperative]

Great video! I'm 52 and been tossing around the idea of getting a keyboard and checked out a course that looks like a scam - needless to say I turned away. Yours, on the other hand, is a great course and I look forward to many lessons in the future. Thanks!

[@PianoRoadmap]

Did you get a keyboard? 😃😃😃

[@GrayOperative]

@@PianoRoadmap Not yet, between jobs right now but building a small SEO agency, so hopefully soon.

[@PianoRoadmap]

@@GrayOperative Good luck with your business!

[@GrayOperative]

@@PianoRoadmapthank you.

[@yazen3728]

i literally bought a keyboard a year ago and this was the first time that I managed to actually sit down and learn thank you so much this video really helped

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome! Enjoy your new(-ish) keyboard!

[@elizabethanim9411]

Your voice is so encouraging ❤

[@ashleyeubanks1072]

My daughter and I are going to start your series! The first video was fantastic. Thank you!

[@sergioo2510]

Thanks for the way you teach I can really understand a little more. I play diatonic button accordion and that's how I've learn by segments like you teach thank you so much!😊

[@PianoRoadmap]

Cool! Is that a bandoneon?

[@lalehousia5518]

Hi I'm 55 and your video is my first lesson in Piano. Thanks for explaining it so well and understandable.

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome! Hope you have a fantastic time learning piano!

[@albertmo1722]

Hi Susan, Love your pace in speaking and teaching. It helped me a lot, for I am very slow.🙂

[@PianoRoadmap]

So glad to hear it was helpful!

[@Lavatai801]

When I was 4 to 18 to 19 to 20 to 21 to 22 years old I touched the black and white lower , louder and higher piano key notes

[@lovenwantintin]

I’m playing piano since 83 I’m 41 years old going to be 42 and I wanna get back out there and play the piano because I love it. I truly truly love it. It’s my medicine. 1:59

[@BestYouRun]

Started today, managed to get parts 1-3 together in about 20mins, good teacher!

[@vivianedejeanhaxel1075]

Need to learn to play very quickly for my nursing home residents which I pastor over. Loved the simplicity!

[@ava_ily]

You teach so good! Your way of teaching is really so good and different from all other videos here on YT, Thank you so much 🙏💗

[@boebie100]

Storting to play the piano and this is very helpful! So thank you!

[@Lucas_Konix]

Thank you for this! Have been thinking of playing piano my whole life and now i finally bought my first piano at 20years old. Will see you in the next lesson!

[@PianoRoadmap]

Exciting! Good luck 😃

[@fishmut]

Thoroughly enjoyed this , I play tab easily enough for beginner songs but putting two hands together I didn’t know what I was doing , back to basics here and used two hands how they are supposed to be so I,m pleased that I’m getting it , definitely will follow your videos , so thank you. 🙏

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome! Good luck!

[@RubyChoka]

Wow! I now finally found it. I've been scrolling and couldn't find any that really breaks it down to simplicity like you're doing and am so so glad that I found your lesson Susan. One of my desire is to play piano and have always admired those playing and mastering it, but now my dream is real❤❤❤. Thank you for these valuable lessons. May God bless your heart as you continue to teach and champion learners who will become great pianists.

[@dashkamonsanto9567]

Thank you for your kind heart in teaching piano lesson.I’m so grateful for your lessons.God bless you.

[@mwpoppy7162]

Love your approach to teaching ….very user friendly and easy to follow and understand….thank you

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're very welcome! Thanks for your kind words.

[@livinglegendph]

i felt like i've been instructed irl but like... online, i'm confused on where to go after i've done some stuff so i cannot wait to learn from you!

[@anthonydarby7378]

Thanks!

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thanks so much for your support. I appreciate it! 😊🎵

[@highpitchnoises]

This is great! Omg the thunder made me jump hahaha I was too focused 🤣 can't wait for more!

[@PianoRoadmap]

😆❤️

[@lostythesecond3916]

Not really looking to be a pianist, but it's useful as a music producer to learn an instrument properly, music theory is not the only part of melodic dubstep

[@MrSeinfeldFan2]

WAO! I am impressed!... You seem to be ADULT enough (not pink or orange hair) and by the way you speak, experienced enough to teach piano. You took the time to explain everything a beginner should know. (I was a brand new beginner about 3 months ago, now I know a lot more stuff but still CAN'T Play nothing of substance) . You give HOMEWORK! Ta-ra-ra-raaaaaaaaaaa.... yes very important. Among the MILLION online courses I've seen, I will give yours a TRY for one month and If I am still impressed I will support you via Patron, don't doubt it. In fact I WANT TO PAY SOMETHING TO SOMEBODY, I just have not found that person yet, incredible as that may seem.

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you for your kind comment! Teaching styles vary, and I hope mine suits what you've been looking for.

[@angelportal5378]

I like the fact that this is a calm and non-stressful piano video

[@MadroEurope]

Fantastic lesson, my first one ever at the age of 60, you made it enjoyable

[@wizardlar]

Thank you so much, I’m 14 and used to play piano all the time but stopped, this is really refreshing my memory and helped me remember how to play!

[@johnvizzi2553]

I been playing guitar for 30 years finally decided to learn how to play piano 👍

[@robbin1982]

Thanks

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you for your support 😊

[@VivianAu-c8k]

Thank you Susan! I found the way you teach about the finger ascending and descending for the key notes practice is a ring to my head. I have been thinking how people know which finger to which key in different songs.

[@khaledhasan3740]

Just finished the tasks.. Moving on to next one

[@PianoRoadmap]

Way to go!

[@jacobjaden6525]

I ran through so many apps, and you made simple for me to learn I'm older now and. My mother played and she always wanted us to learn. She's no longer with us and I'm doing it for us

[@PianoRoadmap]

A wonderful tribute ❤️

[@jellybeanvinkler4878]

Ok, best beginner lesson, yet! I've been through a few, and so many DO NOT start at the REAL beginning. Given a piano in my 60's. No music lessons ever, but a fan of music, of course! Now 68, retired, and thought I'd give it a whirl. Thank you for giving starting positions for hands, legs, and seat, even! My old brain could not quickly memorize all the letter sequence for happy birthday 🥳, or Mary had a little lamb🐑. So I will write them down for myself and practice til im blue in the face. 😨😅 Learning notes may be really really hard for me, but I will persevere. ❤

[@SummerFlowers-g9j]

Also starting this late in life so a little slow, but this is the best beginner's lesson I've found since my search 1 week ago. Hope to learn much more.

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you! So, after a month, how has it been going?

[@Entertaiment4]

Thank you! Susan your lessons are great and easy to understand for me.

[@jollyvannicen2692]

Thank you so much for your time and effort in sharing your wonderful talent to the world for free!♥️ I just learned to play the never ending Happy Birthday song using the right hands and fingers. It was difficult for me at the the beginning but after I just followed your instructions and literally pausing your video when I need to and it did helped me a lot. I know it will take a long time before I can play a Christian song but I will keep practicing using your piano lessons for beginners!🙏🏻 Thank you so very much! More power to your channel!

[@PianoRoadmap]

That's great to hear, and thank you!

[@IsaccAyotte]

I'm 15 and want to learn piano but useng the finger method really helps me learn so thanks i will be watch more of your lessons

[@albertmo1722]

Hi Susan, Great video, very educational! Thank you for all your effort! Best, Albert

[@katekiri.7115]

Looking for my talent and I'm starting to think that maybe an instrument could be the hidden gem❤.Piano to be precise

[@rin-ob2pq]

Ahhh it started! Thank you very much for the course! :DD

[@PianoRoadmap]

You’re welcome!! I hope it’s helpful to you.

[@p.k8525]

Thanks a lot Susan for devising well crafted lessons and posting them. I came across this by chance and have made a new year resolution today (1/1/2024) to follow it through to be able to play by the end of the year. Have recently bought myself a second hand electronic piano (Roland ep7) and giving it a go from today. Wish me luck to stay disciplined and practice regularly! And I wish you a healthy, happy and musically joyous new year!!

[@PianoRoadmap]

Wishing you lots of luck!

[@Rio-hk6rn]

Hi good evening,i am so grateful to see this lesson of you,absolutely amazing im easy to understand,very professional teacher you are,God bless you always ❤️

[@teresalang1771]

This was a very good course. Thank you

[@jessicarizzo227]

Trying to teach myself for months now and this is just what I have been looking for! Thank you so much for your videos. Your voice is so soothing that you can double videos as ASMR videos as well! ❤

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you, and glad that it's helpful :)

[@Fitguyunder40]

You are an angel helping the world without thinking about monetary benefits. More power and happiness to you.

[@selfwilliams1639]

You are AWESOME!!! Your helping fulfill one of my dreams to learn basic Piano Playing. Thank You

[@alenariakhovskaia]

Brilliant lesson! Love the atmosphere and your way of teaching! Thank you❤ Also can’t help but notice how beautiful you are and your lighting as well as a video quality is incredible

[@AngelaBarth088]

I played the piano when I was in elementary school, but stopped when I was dealing with severe clinical depression. I would love to get back into playing again.

[@PianoRoadmap]

I hope you're able to! ❤️

[@johncalligeros2108]

Nice work Susan. I intend to use your course for my niece. Molto grato.

[@segiaalapati1378]

Thanks so much for your calm and knowledgeable way of teaching us new beginners. It seems like most of us are in our sixties. I'm 66yrs and am so keen to learn to play piano for worship songs. If you have some easy ones to share. It would be much appreciated. I'm grateful for this video. Hope and Pray 🙏 for more knowledge to share for us beginner's. Blessings to all but mostly for you, the music teacher. God bless

[@bornrich1624]

Thank you so much for your lesson. You make it easy to learn. Thank you I will try to practice these steps. I try to play by ear so this is very helpful.

[@PianoRoadmap]

You're welcome!

[@devinaastera2311]

Thank you very much for this lesson! 🎹

[@pznqzaktiv8ion177]

Just getting started....now I can play Happy Birthday... Going to keep going.

[@Rosie-y5t]

wow you are amazing. I like the teaching style. thank you so much.

[@Roxs92]

My daughter is starting piano.. your videos are sooo helpfull.. thank yo so much !!

[@WoodbabyCYL]

Make sure she shows up everyday even if its for 5 minutes! She will have alot of fun if she sticks to it and doesn’t take it to seriously❤

[@2002jorgeparr]

Doctor Susan: You are ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!! THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!

[@LilySandidge]

ikr

[@manijehazimi6214]

You are very good and easy to learn I’m elderly beginner I enjoy working with you

[@fredrickvi8494]

Thank you Susan...I am a trumpeter found your courses very interesting....I always want to learn to learn Piano as a beginner...very good and thank you keep up the good work..

[@PianoRoadmap]

Thank you! BTW, my partner is just picking up the trumpet. He's been renting one, but is thinking of buying a used one. Any brands that you'd recommend for a solid, yet non-professional trumpet?

[@wesleyohl]

I have enjoyed this first lesson and looking forward to more. Thank you!

[@tranguyenthanh6799]

Thank you so much. I love your teaching style!