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How to Play "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars on Piano
Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars · Shared by Paul · 42 bars
- C major
- 4/4
- 120 BPM
- Beginner
- Piano solo
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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
D minor
Five-finger position on D, then the D natural minor scale with both hands.
About this scaleThe chord loop
Dm, G7, Dm, G7 · i, IV7, i, IV7
The loop the song goes round most. Play each chord as a block, one bar each.
Dm: D, F, A G7: G, B, D A left hand that fits
Pop heartbeat
Root bass · Charleston push (1 · 2& · 3) · Beginner
Long, short, long: the heartbeat under a thousand pop songs.
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
4/4
4 beats in every bar, at 120 BPM
Left hand
Bass notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat.
Range D2 to D3Step 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, about two a beat.
Range D4 to D6Part by part
How to practice "Uptown Funk"
Learn "Uptown Funk" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 10 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 "Uptown Funk" on the piano?
Learn "Uptown Funk" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 10 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 "Uptown Funk" in?
"Uptown Funk" is in C major, which has no sharps or flats. The C major scale is C, D, E, F, G, A and B.
What are the chords in "Uptown Funk"?
The sheet music uses 2 chords: Dm7 and G7.
What does the left hand play in "Uptown Funk"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat, from D2 to D3. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "Uptown Funk"?
"Uptown Funk" plays at 120 BPM in 4/4. Every step of the practice plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down as much as you need.
Is "Uptown Funk" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Beginner. The right hand goes from D4 up to D6. 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 "Uptown Funk"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.