About “Empty Space”

Can I learn "Empty Space" with falling notes like Synthesia?

Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Empty Space" with hands-separate practice in D at 80 BPM.

What key is "Empty Space" by James Arthur played in?

Empty Space is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.

What's the tempo (BPM) of "Empty Space"?

The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.

Is "Empty Space" easy to play on piano?

Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.

Can I download sheet music for "Empty Space"?

Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.

Who composed "Empty Space"?

"Empty Space" was originally performed by James Arthur. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.

What chords are used in "Empty Space"?

This arrangement uses 6 chords: A, Apow, C, Dpow, Dsus2, Gsus2.

What other songs by James Arthur can I play here?

Try "Impossible", "NAKED", "Say You Won't Let Go". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Empty Space"?

Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Empty Space" one hand at a time before combining them.

What is falling notes style for "Empty Space"?

Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Empty Space" is in the key of D at 80 BPM.