About “Patience”

What key is "Patience" in?

"Patience" by The Lumineers is in the key of B with a tempo of 138 BPM. Difficulty: medium.

Is "Patience" easy to play on piano?

This arrangement is rated medium. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.

Can I play "Patience" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

What chords are used in "Patience"?

This arrangement of "Patience" uses 5 chords: B, C#, E, Em, Emaj7.

How long does it take to learn "Patience" on piano?

2–4 weeks of consistent practice (20–30 min/day) for an intermediate player. Drill the tricky passages in isolation first.

What other songs by The Lumineers can I play here?

Try "CLEOPATRA", "STUBBORN LOVE", "GALE SONG". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.