The sighing melody of Frédéric Chopin's Prelude Op. 28 No. 4 in E minor (1839), played at his own funeral. Here in A minor, with three black keys.
How many keys do I need for Chopin · Prelude in E minor?
12 keys, all white keys, played with the right hand: 1 = E, 2 = F, 3 = G♯, 4 = A, 5 = B, 6 = C, 7 = C♯, 8 = D, 9 = D♯, 10 = E, 11 = F, 12 = G.
What are the first notes of Chopin · Prelude in E minor?
In numbers: 10 10 11 10 11 10 11 10. In letter notes: E E F E F E F E.
Is Chopin · Prelude in E minor free to play and share?
Yes. Chopin · Prelude in E minor is in the public domain (Chopin, Prelude Op. 28 No. 4 (1839)). 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 1–12 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 39 seconds at 80 beats a minute. Most beginners play it through within a few tries; lower the speed with the slider to go slower.