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How to Play "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" by Tim Minchin on Piano
Tim Minchin · 52 bars
- A minor
- 12/8
- 90 BPM
- Very easy
- 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
12/8
4 big beats in every bar, at 90 BPM
Left hand
Bass notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, fewer than one a beat.
Range A2 to D4Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The upper staff
The piano's upper staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, three or more a beat.
Range B3 to E5Part by part
How to practice "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')"
Learn "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 12 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.
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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 "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" on the piano?
Learn "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 12 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 "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" in?
"Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" 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 "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')"?
The sheet music uses 21 chords: Am, Bb, Bdim, B, C, A7, D, Em, Fmaj7, F#m7, F#m, Eb, Gm, F, G, Bm and 5 more.
What does the left hand play in "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, fewer than one a beat, from A2 to D4. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')"?
"Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" plays at 90 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. The tempo changes during the song; this is its main tempo.
Is "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Very easy. The right hand goes from B3 up to E5. 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 "Quiet (From 'Matilda The Musical')"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.