Verse 1 · bars 3 to 7
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How to Play "Memory" by Andrew Lloyd Webber on Piano
Andrew Lloyd Webber · Shared by Stephanie · 63 bars
- Bb major
- 12/8
- 50 BPM
- Medium
- 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
Bb major
Five-finger position on Bb, then the Bb major scale with both hands.
About this scaleThe chord loop
Gm, E♭, F, Dm, Cm7 · vi, IV, V, iii, ii7
The loop the song goes round most. Play each chord as a block, one bar each.
Gm: G, Bb, D E♭: Eb, G, Bb F: F, A, C Dm: D, F, A Cm7: C, Eb, G The left hand
Jukebox leaps
Stride (12/8) · Intermediate
Bass, chord, bass, chord in a slow, swaying 1950s groove.
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
12/8
4 big beats in every bar, at 50 BPM
The time signature changes during the song; this is the main one.
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, one note at a time, about two a beat.
Range G3 to Eb5Part by part
How to practice "Memory"
Learn "Memory" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 10 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.
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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 "Memory" on the piano?
Learn "Memory" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 10 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 "Memory" in?
"Memory" is in Bb major, which has 2 flats: Bb and Eb. The Bb major scale is Bb, C, D, Eb, F, G and A.
What are the chords in "Memory"?
The sheet music uses 28 chords: Bb, Gm, Eb, Dm, Cm, F, Bbmaj7, C, Fmaj7, Gm7, C7, G7, Gb, Ebm, Cb, Bbm and 12 more.
What does the left hand play in "Memory"?
This arrangement has no left hand part: you practice it with your right hand.
What tempo is "Memory"?
"Memory" plays at 50 BPM in 12/8, counted in dotted quarters. Every step of the practice plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down as much as you need.
Is "Memory" 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 G3 up to Eb5. 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 "Memory"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.