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How to Play "Hoist The Colours" by Hans Zimmer on Piano
Hans Zimmer · Shared by Jan · 69 bars
- C major
- 3/4
- 120 BPM
- Easy
- Melody
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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
C major
Five-finger position on C, then the C major scale with both hands.
About this scaleThe chord loop
C, F, C, F · I, IV, I, IV
The loop the song goes round most. Play each chord as a block, one bar each.
C: C, E, G F: F, A, C A left hand that fits
Oom-pah-pah
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One strong beat and two light ones: a dance in three.
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
3/4
3 beats in every bar, at 120 BPM
It starts with a pickup of 1 beat before the first full bar.
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, one note at a time, fewer than one a beat.
Range F3 to Ab4Part by part
How to practice "Hoist The Colours"
Learn "Hoist The Colours" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 12 parts of a few bars. This arrangement has no left hand part, so each part is one step: the right hand. 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 Then play the whole song
When you can play every part, play the full sheet music with its backing track in the player.
Play the full song
Frequently asked questions
How do I learn "Hoist The Colours" on the piano?
Learn "Hoist The Colours" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 12 parts of a few bars. This arrangement has no left hand part, so each part is one step: the right hand. 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 "Hoist The Colours" in?
"Hoist The Colours" is in C major, which has no sharps or flats. The C major scale is C, D, E, F, G, A and B.
What does the left hand play in "Hoist The Colours"?
This arrangement has no left hand part: you practice it with your right hand.
What tempo is "Hoist The Colours"?
"Hoist The Colours" plays at 120 BPM in 3/4. Every step of the practice plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down as much as you need.
Is "Hoist The Colours" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Easy. The melody goes from F3 up to Ab4. 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 "Hoist The Colours"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.