Verse 1, part 1 · bars 5 to 8
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How to Play "Winter Song" by Sara Bareilles on Piano
Sara Bareilles · Shared by Anh · 79 bars
- Bb minor
- 4/4
- 100 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 minor
Five-finger position on Bb, then the Bb natural minor scale with both hands.
About this scaleThe chord loop
B♭m, A♭, D♭, G♭ · i, VII, III, VI
The loop the song goes round most. Play each chord as a block, one bar each.
B♭m: Bb, Db, F A♭: Ab, C, Eb D♭: Db, F, Ab G♭: Gb, Bb, Db The left hand
Push and land
Root bass · 1 · 2& · 3 · 4 · Beginner
A push just before beat 3, then two calm landings.
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 100 BPM
Left hand
Moving single notes
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, moving, about two a beat.
Range Bb1 to F4Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, about two a beat.
Range Ab3 to Db5Part by part
How to practice "Winter Song"
Learn "Winter Song" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 17 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 "Winter Song" on the piano?
Learn "Winter Song" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 17 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 "Winter Song" in?
"Winter Song" is in Bb minor, which has 5 flats: Bb, Eb, Ab, Db and Gb. The Bb minor scale is Bb, C, Db, Eb, F, Gb and Ab.
What are the chords in "Winter Song"?
The sheet music uses 6 chords: Bbm, Ab, Db, Gb, Gbsus2 and Absus4.
What does the left hand play in "Winter Song"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, moving, about two a beat, from Bb1 to F4. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "Winter Song"?
"Winter Song" plays at 100 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 "Winter Song" 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 Db5. 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 "Winter Song"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.