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How to Play "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" by Elton John on Piano
Elton John · 98 bars
- F major
- 2/2
- 58 BPM
- Easy
- 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.
Time signature
2/2
2 beats in every bar (half notes), at 58 BPM
Left hand
Bass notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat.
Range F2 to Ab4Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The upper staff
The piano's upper staff, as written: the tune with other notes under it, about two a beat.
Range Db4 to C6Part by part
How to practice "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"
Learn "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 19 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 hereUpper staff
Step 1: Right hand
Listen, then play the piano's upper staff 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 in the player.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I learn "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" on the piano?
Learn "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 19 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 "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" in?
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" is in F major, which has 1 flat: Bb. The F major scale is F, G, A, Bb, C, D and E.
What does the left hand play in "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat, from F2 to Ab4. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"?
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" plays at 58 BPM in 2/2, counted in half notes. Every step of the practice plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down as much as you need.
Is "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Easy. The right hand goes from Db4 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 "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.