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How to Play "Prelude No. 1" by Carol Klose on Piano
Carol Klose · 58 bars
- C major
- 7/8
- 200 BPM
- Advanced
- Piano solo
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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
7/8
7 beats in every bar (eighth notes), at 200 BPM
The time signature changes during the song; this is the main one.
Left hand
Bass notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, fewer than one a beat.
Range C2 to E5Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The upper staff
The piano's upper staff, as written: the tune with other notes under it, fewer than one a beat.
Range Ab2 to Ab6Part by part
How to practice "Prelude No. 1"
Learn "Prelude No. 1" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 11 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 hereUpper staff
Step 1: Right hand
Listen, then play the piano's upper staff 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 in the player.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I learn "Prelude No. 1" on the piano?
Learn "Prelude No. 1" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 11 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 "Prelude No. 1" in?
"Prelude No. 1" 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 "Prelude No. 1"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, fewer than one a beat, from C2 to E5. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "Prelude No. 1"?
"Prelude No. 1" plays at 200 BPM in 7/8, counted in eighth notes. Every step of the practice plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down as much as you need.
Is "Prelude No. 1" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Advanced, so take it one part at a time. The right hand goes from Ab2 up to Ab6. 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 "Prelude No. 1"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.