The Ultimate At-Home Piano Practice Routine

Practice time is the time to get better. But if you don't know HOW to practice the piano, you won't see the results you want.
Remember, practice is NOT performance. You're not trying to impress anyone, you're putting in the work that will yield the results. But that doesn't mean it can't be fun!
Here is my recommended practice routine that I think you should be following at home, so you can get the most out of your practice time.
These sections come with downloadable resources, so make sure you use them!
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:47 Warmup
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2:47 Scale Practice (F Major Scale)
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4:38 Song Practice ("Hallelujah" Lead Sheet)
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7:34 Fun!! (Improvisation)
Good luck and happy practicing!
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Lisa Witt has been teaching piano for +20 years and in that time has helped hundreds of thousands of students learn to play the songs they love. Lisa received classical piano training through the Royal Conservatory of Music, but she has since embraced popular music and playing by ear in order to accompany herself and others. She is a songwriter and recording artist. Lisa’s contagious enthusiasm will have you excited to practice and return to the keys for your next lesson. Her teaching style focuses on you, making lessons encouraging and fun.

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[@josephmclord]

been learning piano for about 4 weeks now and the last excercise is what my family thinks is an actual song, and its good coz no one has to know !

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Lol 👍

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[@amirshayanmoghtaderi5840]

yeah, I have the same situation, once my mom came and said play that song again, and I said I don't remember what I played😂

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😂😂😂😂 go on

[@yungjose3369]

I can't believe this is free on KZbin, thank you Pianote!

[@alcyonae]

Warm up, scale practice, song AND improv in 10 minutes?? I didn’t think it possible but you did it! I learned so much! The instructor’s personality is as cheerful as her voice is soulful 🥰 what a gem of a video

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Thanks!

[@bjb0808]

You are so refreshing to watch. So much energy without being overbearing. I always come to watch your videos when I'm feeling like a total failure at the piano and discouraged to the point of asking, "Why do I bother." You're sure to cheer me up and remember to enjoy the piano, no matter what "level" you're at. Thank you so much.

[@lindamalin3819]

You are an amazing teacher! I am 61 years old and have played for years but only took about 4 years of piano lessons when I was a teenager. I read the notes well but never really learned anything about chords. I am so excited to learn chording and how to make songs sound fuller. You are a joy to watch!

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I learn to play piano just lil bit for now by watching all your tutorials. And I still keep practicing. Thank you. You are such an inspiration

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This channel helps me to gain confidence and just start believing in myself, thank you so very much!!

[@HolyDevil56345]

your improvisation is so beautiful. I'm binge watching all your videos at the moment. You are a truly inspiring teacher.

[@BrightPink32]

You teach like no other!! I love your emphasis on playing the piano as a creative outlet and way of forgetting your problems and worries. This is exactly the kind of attitude one needs when they approach a practice session. Thank you for sharing!!

[@andrechagasdedi]

"HAVE FUN"!! I think that's the most important lesson here!! Congrats!!

[@vroncooper5734]

Lisa, your patience, encouragement and style will always and forever be a fortress and refuge from the "musical tyrants" out there. Thank you.

[@annettewilcox5573]

You are such an inspiration to me. I have watched several of your youtubes, but haven't commented till now. You have opened me up to the concept that maybe I can be creative on the piano. I tend to feel I'm not talented and have to just play what I'm shown - period. But you've shown me that it isn't so scary to be creative. Thanks and keep up the good work.

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Your channel just gets better and better. Thank you for an easy and very useful lesson today!

[@jessica_tee]

I found a long forgotten keyboard in my house the other day and have been watching your videos to help me learn. I already play guitar so my left and right hand dexterity and co-ord is not too bad but your teaching style is soooo good, i'm coming along loads already, I learnt 'Never Love again' from A Star is Born yesterday and I was so pleased with myself! Thank you :D

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I come to this channel only because of you. You fill my heart with joy... You are so so adorable as a teacher... You are infectious...

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I'm loving these videos. I've been playing guitar for over 20 years and have been wanting to learn piano for the longest time and learning through your videos makes it feel like I'm cheating or playing a video game. I'm amazing myself at how quickly I'm picking it up. Keep up the good work!

[@frundlemud]

Your way is so comfortable and sensible you never said you would learn in a day. It is a long job I do enjoy your love for music.

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Merci for this. You are the most cheerful and motivational piano teacher ever.

[@prabhumurugesan1462]

Your tips and short lessons are really really useful and easy to learn. Thank you and continue the good work friend.

[@ElenaHelenLove]

Your videos always make me smile! You’re such a talented and sweet person, and me too I’d love to hear you sing more ♥️

[@abhijit_birje]

Thank you for sharing that simple yet effective practice routine. It is so simple but includes hand coordination, scales, chords and improvisation. Amazing!

[@haleli]

I really like your energy and the way you teach with important and tiny details. Thank you so much!

[@8MARTIKA]

She always makes us smile :)))))

[@gabbsl1310]

She’s so smart and talented! Very inspiring.

[@louisethompson9457]

This is great! I was struggling on how to get past the sheet music and this is exactly what I was looking for! I'm so excited!

[@karlaargueta7511]

I genuinely think your amazing, I was practicing the same thing everyday, sat there practice for 5 minutes. Your videos have challenged me to the point where im actually excited to practice my piano. Thx

[@josephvhoang]

Thank you, you are giving us more courage. Love it. May God bless you always.

[@JimBluePiano]

Another useful, practical, relatively simple 🎹 lesson presented in a friendly manner by a gifted instructor👏👍😁. Thank you again!

[@realmantisknight]

I just started to play again after being away from it for 30 years. It feels good that I can still play a bit. Thank you for this routine because you just gave me ideas and blew my mind open to the possibilities. :) I tend to play randomly because sometimes songs and sounds get in my head, and often the only way to relax is to play those notes! :) Greatly appreciated.

[@sushilkulkarni7719]

I have started learning it now. Lot of videos on it on YT. But I'm comfortable with your training videos. These are amazing for beginners to help them learn and best practice lessons. 💖

[@juanbaro723]

Hi! I just wanna thank you so much! I´ve being all day practicing, playing and having fun with what you teach in this video and its the first time i enjoy it so so much while learning, and also the first time i can improvise doing different things with each hand. I love your energy! Thank u very much

[@AcousticallyToned]

This is amazing. Was really struggling to find a routine, some days I'd try to practise in the morning before work, and sometimes after, but I just lose the motivation.. This deifintely will help me get back to routine! Thank you so much! 😊😊

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I feel your pain. This routine seems really reliable

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@@armaan1560 Sure, until it gets to the point where you are taking that pharmaceutical speed just to get a baseline level of normality/motivation that you had before you even started taking it lol.

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@@armaan1560 thats how Steve Jones of The Sex Pistols learned guitar

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I'm in love with all of your tutorials

[@BoonOng]

Wow. This is truly amazing! Many thanks!! I have learn so much every week

[@siddhantrana741]

Woah. Sleepless and playful nights!! What a blessing! I really appreciate the energy you put in !!

[@yvonnebhimsingh3848]

Good-morning Ms Lisa, you give us that special gif ...piano lessons in all smiles. I am following ....What I need is the song with the chords. Getting there slowly. Thank you. Blessings.❤

[@carolannhancock6497]

I am enjoying this , I’m not very good and a little slow and also not very good at remembering (put that down to my age). I find your enthusiasm fantastic,love the way you draw us in. So a big thank you.xx

[@chriswilkes236]

Quite Wonderful. Thanks for setting out a practice régime. I will be doing this later today. You are a fabulous teacher. Always watch you.

[@pigeon270]

You are awesome. Really. So in tune with your style, approach and delivery. Thanks.

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I love the way you teach piano, you are like a breath of fresh air, very informative, motivationa, very expressive and fun thanks a lot,

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You're a great teacher with a great attitude. You have a beautiful voice too! Thank you for your help!

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Superb practice routine, I always love watching your videos. You're an awesome teacher

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Thanks for the lessons, beautiful singing!

[@jolene.chaule]

Thank youuuu i just made a comeback to piano while has literally zero experience in improvision and you have no idea how hopeful your video makes me feel rn! 😫😘

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More singing please :) Beautiful!

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@Jo :)

[@bignellrp]

Love hearing your singing Lisa. Beautiful!

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But it's about playing the piano

[@carriepett6660]

Day 1 of really digging into the piano! Yay so excited

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love this channel and love her. the real life Leslie Knope!! so positive and lively. thank you!!

[@MrErgomaniac]

Bloody brilliant tutorial Lisa. Cheers. Love your work.

[@Holy2021]

thank you so much for these videos. great teacher. may god bless you n your family. been helping me out Soo much on my journey getting better at this piano.

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Right now I need only ta sey........Young Lady.......while I am tryin ta keep up with you when I can sit at the piano . .You are Wonderful and an incredible player with AH LOVELY YET EQUALLY ELOQUENT VOICE and You are so Kind. THANK You fer sharin Uer Incredible talent with every one. I'm ah woman in My " 50's" and far years back I had ah loss of memory problem .......You are CERTAINLY helpin Me by Me watchin Yer piano skills thet I really love and enjoy. THANK You Dear Lady. Mey Yer each dey be filled with Extra Blessings.

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You are the best. The coolest lesson on the web!!!

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Thank you so much for the knowledge you shared with us.

[@BaronVonRichtofen]

These lessons are fantastic! Thank you for posting. I'm seriously considering the whole lessons thing but I have to consider the pandemic stuff too. I really want to learn to sight read piano sheet music.

[@jeffreyk.693]

Love this, I'm so inspired to get on the piano now. Keep forgetting how little I know and how beautiful music is

[@Splendid365]

Most ebullient piano teacher on the planet!! Thank you beautiful Lisa!!!

[@teflo2]

You always make practice fun and joyous. It helps us to look forward to coming to the piano. We really don't know what may happen while we're there. 🙂

[@coins_coconuts]

Thanks heaps for these videos! I'm always super motivated to practice after watching them. Love your energy! x

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You are literally the greatest. Thank you x I love our energy and your skill. Amazing voice. Thank you!

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Have watched a few of your videos....and have just ordered a piano now 😀 😄....can't wait too pick it up tomorrow tbh.....and looked forward to learning from you beautiful lady....

[@hrnekbezucha]

That improv at the end is just perfect!

[@TheYousaf93]

You are simply amazing. You really inspired me to buy my first keyboard and I have been learning from your techniques since then. Have a long way to go yet but I am excited

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I learn so much from her..I just love this channel. Great teacher

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Just bought a piano last month. Really excited to learn to play it. I think this is going to be a big help! Thanks you pianote!

[@unfoundtalent6946]

This was a great video! I played piano on and off for a long time and have had 3 years out. I am wanting to get back into it seriously and this is a great way to structure a practice session. Thank you!

[@zekiyezeynepsahin9449]

Thanks a lot Lisa. You definitely enlighten my piano journey. I can understand how improvising is crucial for learning. I wish I has known this before. Thanks to the teachers ilke you. God bless you.

[@CesarDMarin]

Really well put and narrow down routine checkmark. thank you so much!! I needed this!!

[@jamesohare8311]

These exercises were really helpful for me, I enjoyed the last thing we did, it made me feel the most relaxed I have been all day

[@DenZhdanovPianist]

Yes! Such a great video! It is not possible to overvalue the importance of smart practicing and efficiency in piano playing! We musicians should share all our knowledge about that as much as possible!..

[@yingo4098]

This is awesome! Thanks, Lisa!

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Love your lessons! Super helpful!

[@julianjohn283]

Thanks so much for the great lessons and your generosity. This was super helpful - gonna definetely incorporate this structure into my practice

[@marksgameoflife8446]

This is a nice energizing and fun... well explained lesson... pack with good info that motivated me to practice more. Thanks!

[@phaidonsofianos1409]

Dear Lady, apart from the lesson (great fun as usual) YOU ARE A BRILLIANT PRESENTER - kudos

[@Daveandharry]

I love this video! Thank you Lisa..now..since I’m a “newbie”...I just need to learn a few chords so I’ll know which notes to play..lol.. Your instructions are exceptional...❤️‼️‼️❤️

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Love her courses!

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I think this is great! 👏👏👏Thank you so much for your help! 👍😀

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Thank you very much for teaching.

[@robinroychaudhuri1804]

Beautiful! Thanks

[@rachellawton9809]

I love this! I have been looking for a way to incorporate deliberate practice in my daily piano learning, thank you!

[@mikajju4514]

Really appreciate adding the sheets! It helps with practicing my sight reading while practicing, thank you!

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your voice is beautiful! thank you Pianote for the lesson!

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Thank you for watching! :)

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I Literally am about to cry. You inspire me so much!!!

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Thank you so much!! You are so helpful and inspiring!❤️

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This helped me get back into a piano routine. Thank you

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You are an amazing pianist and teacher.💗

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Man. I am learning so much from you. Thank you!

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Hi Lisa, thanks for another great lesson, keep up the good work!

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such great video, thank you so much 😄

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Great tutorial. Thank you

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The best piano teacher, I have ever seen .......👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻

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Thanks a lot,it really feels good,especially the last part “fun”

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This is so wholesome, THANK YOU

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Great teaching and such a beautiful voice!

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You make my stay at home days so creative.

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Thank you so much for this video!

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Thank you Teacher Lisa, you're super intelligent pianist, you're awesome and nice🥰👏🏻👍🏻❤️

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Your one of the best teachers on KZbin!