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How to Play "Joker And The Queen" by Ed Sheeran on Piano
Ed Sheeran · 29 bars
- A minor
- 4/4
- 70 BPM
- Medium
- Melody + piano
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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
4/4
4 beats in every bar, at 70 BPM
It starts with a short pickup before the first full bar.
Left hand
Bass notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, fewer than one a beat.
Range G2 to F4Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, about one a beat.
Range B3 to C6Part by part
How to practice "Joker And The Queen"
Learn "Joker And The Queen" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 4 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.
Play the full song
Frequently asked questions
How do I learn "Joker And The Queen" on the piano?
Learn "Joker And The Queen" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 4 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 "Joker And The Queen" in?
"Joker And The Queen" is in A minor, which has no sharps or flats. The A minor scale is A, B, C, D, E, F and G.
What are the chords in "Joker And The Queen"?
The sheet music uses 9 chords: Cmaj7, Dm7, F, Am7, G, C, G7, Fmaj7 and Cmaj9.
What does the left hand play in "Joker And The Queen"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, fewer than one a beat, from G2 to F4. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "Joker And The Queen"?
"Joker And The Queen" plays at 70 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 "Joker And The Queen" 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 B3 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 "Joker And The Queen"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.