“Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” is one of the most commonly learned songs for piano beginners. With a simple, catchy melody that is often learned in childhood, it makes a great vehicle for learning the basics of finger and hand position on the piano.
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Cheat sheet
| Artist | Lyrics by Jane Taylor, Most famous variations composed by Mozart |
| Composer | Lyrics by Jane Taylor, Most famous variations composed by Mozart |
| Release Year | 1761 |
| Genre(s) | Lullaby, piano variations |
| Difficulty level | Beginner |
| Instrument | Piano |
| Key(s) | C major |
| Meter | Common time |
| Techniques | Basic 5-finger position |
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star piano chords
“Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” is a children’s nursery rhythm that has become a staple of basic piano repertoire. The lyrics for the lullaby come from a poem titled “The Star” by English poet Jane Taylor.
The poem was then placed with the French children’s song “Ah! Vous-dirai-je, maman.” Many composers have made adaptations and variations on the melody, with the most famous being Mozart’s “Twelve Variation on ‘Ah! Vous-dirai-je, maman.’”
The song is relatively simple to play and is perfect for learning the basics of proper finger position on the piano.
Tips for playing the song
- “Twinkle Twinkle” is in 4/4 time signature and in the key of C major. This means that there are four beats for every measure and that you will only use the white keys on the piano.
- The right hand primarily moves in quarter notes while the left hand primarily moves in half notes. Practice each hand separately and slowly until you feel comfortable, then put them together.
- Make sure to practice the proper fingering diligently! The song is not difficult, but the point is to learn and develop a strong foundation of proper piano technique.
- Remember to always stay relaxed and comfortable in your piano practice.
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Interesting fact
Did you know there are actually 5 different verses for “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”? Most people only learn the first verse. Go beyond and learn the rest!
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