How to Play "DANCING IN THE DARK" by SOOBIN on Piano

SOOBIN · Shared by Lucas · 50 bars

  • Db major
  • 4/4
  • 54 BPM
  • Medium
  • Piano solo

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What you need to know

Read from the song's own notes: the key, the beat, the chords, and what each hand plays.

Key and scale

Db major

5 flats: Bb, Eb, Ab, Db, Gb

DbEbFGbAbBbC

The Db major scale

Time signature

4/4

4 beats in every bar, at 54 BPM

Left hand

Moving single notes

The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, moving, about two a beat.

Range C2 to Ab4Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand

Right hand

The upper staff

The piano's upper staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, three or more a beat.

Range F3 to C6Part by part

How to practice "DANCING IN THE DARK"

Learn "DANCING IN THE DARK" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 8 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
  1. Start hereUpper staff

    Step 1: Right hand

    Listen, then play the piano's upper staff with your right hand, with finger numbers.

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  2. 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.

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  3. 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.

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  4. Then play the whole song

    When you can play every part, play the full sheet music in the player.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I learn "DANCING IN THE DARK" on the piano?

Learn "DANCING IN THE DARK" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 8 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 "DANCING IN THE DARK" in?

"DANCING IN THE DARK" is in Db major, which has 5 flats: Bb, Eb, Ab, Db and Gb. The Db major scale is Db, Eb, F, Gb, Ab, Bb and C.

The Db major scale

What does the left hand play in "DANCING IN THE DARK"?

The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, moving, about two a beat, from C2 to Ab4. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.

What tempo is "DANCING IN THE DARK"?

"DANCING IN THE DARK" plays at 54 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 "DANCING IN THE DARK" hard to play on piano?

It is rated Medium: a good next step once you can play a few easy songs. The right hand goes from F3 up to C6. 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 "DANCING IN THE DARK"?

Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.

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