The British national anthem as Ludwig van Beethoven wrote it out as the theme of his Seven Variations on God Save the King (1803). Here in C major, on white keys only.
How many keys do I need for Beethoven · God Save the King?
7 keys, all white keys, played with the right hand: 1 = B, 2 = C, 3 = D, 4 = E, 5 = F, 6 = G, 7 = A.
What are the first notes of Beethoven · God Save the King?
In numbers: 2 2 3 1 2 3 4 4. In letter notes: C C D B C D E E.
Is Beethoven · God Save the King free to play and share?
Yes. Beethoven · God Save the King is in the public domain (Beethoven, 7 Variations on God Save the King, WoO 78 (1803)). This easy arrangement, its number sheet and its MIDI file are free to use and share for learning.
Can I play it without a piano?
Yes: tap the keys on the page on a phone or tablet, or press the numbers 1–7 on a computer keyboard. The lesson waits for the right key and shows the next one.
How long does it take to learn?
The whole song lasts 29 seconds at 88 beats a minute. Most beginners play it through within a few tries; lower the speed with the slider to go slower.
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