Piano chord guides

Short, numbered guides. Each step links to a tool so you can see and hear the chords as you read.

Easy Piano Chords for Beginners: 7 to Learn First

Seven easy piano chords for beginners: six use only white keys (C, Dm, Em, F, G, Am) and one adds a single black key (D). Notes, keyboard diagrams and what to try next.

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Piano Chord Inversions Explained: 6 Things to Know

Piano chord inversions explained simply: root position, first and second inversion, third inversion for 7th chords, slash chord names, figured bass numbers, and why inversions make chord changes easier.

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Want to learn to play songs with these chords?

A chord finder shows you the notes. If you want a structured course that puts chords to work in songs, one option is Pianoforall, an online piano course made by piano teacher Robin Hall. According to its official site, it starts with simple chords and rhythms and builds toward ballads, blues, jazz, improvisation and classical pieces, with a “play first, read later” approach where you learn to read music as you go.

The official site says lessons come in an online course player plus downloadable ebooks with embedded video and audio, along with a community forum called The Piano Lounge. It also lists a one-time payment, a 7-day free trial and a 60-day money-back guarantee. Check current terms on their site; we last checked on October 30, 2026.

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