Can you play piano without knowing sheet music?

Yes, you can play the piano without reading music by listening to music and memorizing which pattern of keys to play. Not being able to read music limits what songs you can play. Most music is written in notation, so you will need to learn how to read it to be able to play anything new.

Do professional pianists look at the keys?

Good pianists don’t see the keys at all. After about five to eight years of study, they will instinctively know how to play many pieces with their eyes closed; they know where the keys are already. However, they still do need to occasionally glance at the keyboard for large leaps (more than an octave I’d say).

Is there a way to get sheet music for a song?

Well, yes it can be. One very quick and easy solution for getting sheet music for songs. You can use existing MIDI files and have them transcribed to sheet music. notation musician and notation composer faithfully convert MIDI (.mid) or Karaoke (.kar) files to sheet music.

Is it possible to convert MIDI to sheet music?

“But that’s a lot of work!” Well, yes it can be. You can use existing MIDI files and have them transcribed to sheet music. notation musician and notation composer faithfully convert MIDI (.mid) or Karaoke (.kar) files to sheet music. Many hundreds of thousands of MIDI files are available on the Internet.

Can I transcribe my own music?

Some programs will even transcribe the music as you sing or play a “real” instrument. Some software will even allow you to transcribe music from MP3s and CDs. Check for software compatibility with various music file types and MIDI devices.

How can I practice piano every day?

If you are using a keyboard, try to keep it set up. If you are hiring a rehearsal space or going to a friend’s home to practice on their piano, try to find somewhere as close as possible. Remember, the goal is to be there every day. Think of your practice time as sacred, and treat it with a little respect.