Jazz Piano Songs in the Key of C Major

C Major is the most beginner-friendly key on the piano — no sharps, no flats, just the white keys. It's where most pianists start their journey, and for good reason: you can focus entirely on rhythm, melody, and expression without worrying about accidentals. Many iconic songs were written in C Major because of its pure, open sound.

Jazz piano is all about harmony, improvisation, and feel. These standards and classics are the building blocks of any jazz pianist's repertoire — learn them and you'll have the foundation to explore endless musical possibilities. Below you'll find 15 hand-picked jazz piano songs in the key of C Major, selected from over 41 songs in our library.

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1. Don't Worry, Be Happy — Bobby McFerrin

CDon't Worry, Be HappyBobby McFerrin · Key C · 138 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 138 BPM

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2. What's New? — Bob Crosby and His Orchestra

CWHAT'S NEW?Bob Crosby and His Orchestra · Key C · 80 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 80 BPM

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3. I Fall In Love Too Easily — Chet Baker

CI Fall In Love Too EasilyChet Baker · Key C · 50 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 50 BPM

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4. If You Could See Me Now — Chet Baker

CIf You Could See Me NowChet Baker · Key C · 100 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 100 BPM

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5. Easy To Love — Cole Porter

CEasy To LoveCole Porter · Key C · 108 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 108 BPM

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6. Only Trust Your Heart — Diana Krall

CONLY TRUST YOUR HEARTDiana Krall · Key C · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 120 BPM

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7. Prelude To A Kiss — Duke Ellington

CPrelude To A KissDuke Ellington · Key C · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 120 BPM

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8. Come Fly With Me — Frank Sinatra

CCome Fly With MeFrank Sinatra · Key C · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 120 BPM

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9. Fly Me To The Moon — Frank Sinatra

CFly Me To The MoonFrank Sinatra · Key C · 126 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 126 BPM

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10. Love And Marriage — Frank Sinatra

CLove And MarriageFrank Sinatra · Key C · 135 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 135 BPM

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11. Nice 'N' Easy — Frank Sinatra

CNice 'N' EasyFrank Sinatra · Key C · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 120 BPM

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12. The Darktown Strutters' Ball — Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers

CTHE DARKTOWN STRUTTERS' BALLFred Astaire & Ginger Rogers · Key C · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 120 BPM

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13. Prelude No.1 — George Gershwin

CPrelude No.1George Gershwin · Key C · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 120 BPM

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14. Rise — Herb Alpert

CRISEHerb Alpert · Key C · 104 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 104 BPM

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15. As Time Goes By — Herman Hupfeld

CAs Time Goes ByHerman Hupfeld · Key C · 80 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: C | Tempo: 80 BPM

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Explore More

This is just a selection of 15 songs from over 41 jazz piano songs available in the key of C Major. Whether you're just starting out or looking for your next challenge, there's always more to discover.

Browse all Jazz Piano Songs or explore songs in other keys to find the perfect match for your skill level and musical taste.