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How to Play "LONG TALL SALLY" by Little Richard on Piano
Little Richard · Shared by Jan · 42 bars
- F major
- 2/2
- 100 BPM
- Easy
- 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
F major
Five-finger position on F, then the F major scale with both hands.
About this scaleThe chord loop
B♭7, F, C7 · IV7, I, V7
The loop the song goes round most. Play each chord as a block, one bar each.
B♭7: Bb, D, F F: F, A, C C7: C, E, G The left hand
Rock’n’roll rocker
Rock’n’roll 5-6 shuffle · Intermediate
The left hand rocks between two shapes, straight out of the 1950s.
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
2/2
2 beats in every bar (half notes), at 100 BPM
Left hand
Two notes at a time
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly two notes at a time, three or more a beat.
Range Bb1 to F3Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, one note at a time, three or more a beat.
Range C4 to F5Part by part
How to practice "LONG TALL SALLY"
Learn "LONG TALL SALLY" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 6 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 "LONG TALL SALLY" on the piano?
Learn "LONG TALL SALLY" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 6 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 "LONG TALL SALLY" in?
"LONG TALL SALLY" is in F major, which has 1 flat: Bb. The F major scale is F, G, A, Bb, C, D and E.
What are the chords in "LONG TALL SALLY"?
The sheet music uses 7 chords: F6, C9, Bb9, C7, F7, Gm7 and F6/9.
What does the left hand play in "LONG TALL SALLY"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly two notes at a time, three or more a beat, from Bb1 to F3. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "LONG TALL SALLY"?
"LONG TALL SALLY" plays at 100 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 "LONG TALL SALLY" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Easy. The melody goes from C4 up to F5. 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 "LONG TALL SALLY"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.