Verse 1, part 1 · bars 16 to 22
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How to Play "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" by La La Land Cast on Piano
La La Land Cast · Shared by Ruth · 189 bars
- Eb major
- 4/4
- 252 BPM
- Medium
- Melody + piano
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What this song uses
Short warm-ups in the song's own key and chords. About a minute each, and you can skip them.
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The key
Eb major
Five-finger position on Eb, then the Eb major scale with both hands.
About this scaleThe chord loop
A♭, B♭7, Cm, B♭7 · IV, V7, vi, V7
The loop the song goes round most. Play each chord as a block, one bar each.
A♭: Ab, C, Eb B♭7: Bb, D, F Cm: C, Eb, G The left hand
Jazz walk
Walking bass · Beginner
One note per beat, strolling like a jazz bassist.
The song's recipe
What you need to know
Read from the song's own notes: the key, the beat, the chords, and what each hand plays.
Time signature
4/4
4 beats in every bar, at 252 BPM
Left hand
Bass notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat.
Range Eb1 to C4Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, fewer than one a beat.
Range Bb3 to C5Part by part
How to practice "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN"
Learn "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 20 parts of a few bars. Each part has three steps: the right hand, the left hand (the right hand plays softly under it), then both hands. Every step plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down whenever you need. Press "I can play it" when you can play a step, and the next one opens.
Every step is free to play
- Start hereThe melody
Step 1: Right hand
Listen, then play the melody with your right hand, with finger numbers.
Open this step - Lower staff
Step 2: Left hand
Your left hand learns the piano's lower staff, note for note, while the right hand plays softly so you hear where you are.
Open this step - Both staves
Step 3: Both hands
Both hands together, as written. When you can play it, press "I can play it" and the part is learned.
Open this step Then play the whole song
When you can play every part, play the full sheet music with its backing track in the player.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I learn "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" on the piano?
Learn "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 20 parts of a few bars. Each part has three steps: the right hand, the left hand (the right hand plays softly under it), then both hands. Every step plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down whenever you need. Press "I can play it" when you can play a step, and the next one opens.
What key is "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" in?
"ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" is in Eb major, which has 3 flats: Bb, Eb and Ab. The Eb major scale is Eb, F, G, Ab, Bb, C and D.
What are the chords in "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN"?
The sheet music uses 31 chords: Abmaj7, Bb7, Cm7, Gm7, Fm7, Bb, Eb, Gm, Cm9, Bb13, Ebmaj7, Fm9, Eb7, C7, Cm, Ab and 15 more.
What does the left hand play in "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat, from Eb1 to C4. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN"?
"ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" plays at 252 BPM in 4/4. Every step of the practice plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down as much as you need.
Is "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Medium: a good next step once you can play a few easy songs. The melody goes from Bb3 up to C5. The practice splits it into parts of a few bars, one hand at a time, so you can learn it at your own pace.
How long should I practice each day?
A few minutes is enough. Choose 5, 10 or 15 minutes: the timer ends the session for you, and the next session picks up where you stopped.
Do I need to read sheet music?
No. The practice plays each part for you, one hand at a time, and shows its notes on the sheet and on a keyboard as they play, with finger numbers. Slow it down as much as you need.
Is it free?
Yes. Practicing is free. Sign in to keep your progress and your streak, and to get a daily reminder.
Where can I get the sheet music for "ANOTHER DAY OF SUN"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.