Can a complete beginner play "Always"?

Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Always" is simplified for beginners.

Do I need to read music to play "Always"?

No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Always" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.

Always — Beginner Piano Tutorial

Learn "Always" on piano — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded notes show you exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of B, 70 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

Lyrics

1. foes are man y; they rise a gainst me, but I will hold my (Emaj9)ground. I will not fear the war, I will not fear the storm; my (G#m7)help is on the way, my (Emaj9)help is on the way. (B)Oh, my God, He will not de lay; my ref uge and strength, al ways. I (G#m7)will (F#)not (B)fear; His (E)prom ise is true, my (Bsus)God will come through al ways, al ways. 2. ble sur rounds me, cha os a bound ing; my soul will rest in (Emaj9)You. I will not fear the war, I will not fear the storm; my (G#m7)help is on the way, my (Emaj9)help is on the way. (B)Oh, my God, He will not de lay; my ref uge and strength, al ways. I (G#m7)will (F#)not (B)fear; His (E)prom ise is true, my (Bsus)God will come through al ways, al ways. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord. (B)Oh, my God, He will not de lay; my ref uge and strength, al ways. I (G#m7)will (F#)not (B)fear; His (E)prom ise is true, my (Bsus)God will come through al ways. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord. I lift my eyes up; my help comes from the Lord.

Try other practice modes:

Falling Notes Lead Sheet Bar Sheet Simple Sheet

Song Details

Category: Pop
Key: B
Tempo: 70 BPM
Difficulty: medium
Artist: Kristian Stanfill

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How to Play "Always" on Piano

1
Pick a practice mode — Choose from Fall Down, Beginner, Lead Sheet, Bar Sheet, or Simple Sheet — each mode visualizes the music differently to match your learning style.
2
Practice each hand separately — Use the Left, Right, and Both buttons to isolate the bass or treble part and build muscle memory one hand at a time.
3
Adjust speed and turn on metronome — Slow down to 50% while learning, then gradually speed up. Enable the metronome to keep steady timing.
4
Loop a section — Select a tricky part and loop it until you nail it. Perfect for mastering difficult passages.
5
Download sheet music — Export a PDF of the sheet music to print out and practice on your real piano anytime, anywhere.