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How to Play "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" by Audra McDonald on Piano
Audra McDonald · Shared by Samuel · 110 bars
- Bb major
- 2/2
- 60 BPM
- Medium
- Melody + piano
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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
B♭, Fm, B♭7, E♭ · I, v, I7, IV
The loop the song goes round most. Play each chord as a block, one bar each.
B♭: Bb, D, F Fm: F, Ab, C B♭7: Bb, D, F E♭: Eb, G, Bb The left hand
Open sky
Open arpeggio 1-5-10 · Intermediate
Root, fifth, then a high third: open and airy, the sound of a big sky.
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
2/2
2 beats in every bar (half notes), at 60 BPM
Left hand
Chords and single notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: a mix of chords and single notes, about two a beat.
Range Eb1 to D5Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, one note at a time, about two a beat.
Range Ab3 to G5Part by part
How to practice "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE"
Learn "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 18 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 hereThe melody
Step 1: Right hand
Listen, then play the melody 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 with its backing track in the player.
Play the full song
Frequently asked questions
How do I learn "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" on the piano?
Learn "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 18 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 "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" in?
"WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" 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 "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE"?
The sheet music uses 40 chords: Bb6, Cm7, F9, Bb, Gm9, Gm, Gm(maj7), Gm7, Cm, Cm(maj7), Ab, Abmaj7, Ab7, Db, G7sus, C and 24 more.
What does the left hand play in "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE"?
The piano's lower staff: a mix of chords and single notes, about two a beat, from Eb1 to D5. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE"?
"WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" plays at 60 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 "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE" 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 Ab3 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 "WHEN DID I FALL IN LOVE"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.