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How to Play "Monarch Butterfly" by Michele Evans on Piano
Michele Evans · 30 bars
- G major
- 2/2
- 66 BPM
- Advanced
- Melody
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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 66 BPM
The time signature changes during the song; this is the main one.
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, three or more a beat.
Range E4 to G5Part by part
How to practice "Monarch Butterfly"
Learn "Monarch Butterfly" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 5 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 "Monarch Butterfly" on the piano?
Learn "Monarch Butterfly" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 5 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 "Monarch Butterfly" in?
"Monarch Butterfly" is in G major, which has 1 sharp: F#. The G major scale is G, A, B, C, D, E and F#.
What does the left hand play in "Monarch Butterfly"?
This arrangement has no left hand part: you practice it with your right hand.
What tempo is "Monarch Butterfly"?
"Monarch Butterfly" plays at 66 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 "Monarch Butterfly" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Advanced, so take it one part at a time. The melody goes from E4 up to G5. 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 "Monarch Butterfly"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.