Waltz chords
A chord on each of the three beats: a simple waltz. One of the block chord patterns.
How to play it
Find the notes
Put your right hand over a C chord. You need C (thumb, 1), E (middle finger, 3) and G (little finger, 5).
Count and play
Count 1, 2, 3. Play C, E and G together on every beat.
Move it with the chords
When the chord changes to G, the same rhythm moves to the notes of G: G, B and D. Play it slowly over the chord loop above, at 60% speed first, then faster.
Songs that use it
Questions
What is Waltz chords on piano?
A chord on each of the three beats: a simple waltz. Right-hand chords struck together on the beat. Musicians call it block chords, 3/4 quarters.
Is Waltz chords hard to play?
It is a beginner pattern. Play it with your right hand alone at 60% speed until it feels steady, then add the other hand.
Which songs use Waltz chords?
A Thousand Years by Christina Perri, Reflecting Light by Sam Phillips and In Love With Another Man by Jazmine Sullivan use Waltz chords. The songs on this page all use it in the right hand, the most played first.