This arrangement of Amazing Grace for easy piano enables beginner pianists to enjoy playing one of the most well known songs of all time.Amazing Grace piano
Amazing Grace Easy Piano
Amazing Grace Easy Piano Version
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The sheet music is in the key of G major with one sharp (F sharp) and so should be accessible to most piano players.
The time signature is 3/4 which provides good practice for playing with 3 beats in a bar instead of the more common 4 beats.
There are some awkward stretches in the notes of the left hand. For example, the move from the C in bar 3 played by finger 2 to the G in bar 4 played by the thumb requires the player to stretch further than usual.
There are also some crossovers in the fingering in the left hand. For example, in bars 4 – 8 there are a couple of moments where the thumb of the left hand needs to be tucked under.
The rhythms for this Amazing Grace piano arrangement are quite simple – the shortest note value is an eighth note (quaver) and there are no dotted notes. Similarly to the left hand, the right hand melody does demand a few awkward stretches – take care to look carefully at the fingering I have suggested.
The song should be played with feeling, but should not be played too quickly. The lyrics are very thoughtful and a tempo that is too fast will not allow them to be fully appreciated. If you are playing the piece to accompany/lead people in singing then I suggest that you play the second half of the piece (from “I once was lost…) as an introduction.
Lyrics
1. Amazing grace how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me;
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind but now I see.
2. Twas grace that taught my heart to
fear,
And grace my fears relieved;
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed
3. The Lord has promised good to me,
His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures.
4. When we’ve been there ten thousand years,
Bright shining as the sun,
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise
Than when we first begun.
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Ben Dunnett LRSM is the founder of Music Theory Academy. He is a music teacher, examiner, composer and pianist with over twenty years experience in music education. Read More
Teaching kids the technical basics of music is important, of course. It’s also important– and quite a bit harder– to teach students about the emotional power of music. Some songs can have effects that go beyond the notes on the page. They can evoke emotions and tap into larger traditions and memories. Amazing Grace is certainly one such song. This beloved hymn has been a source of comfort and an expression of
faith for generations. Due to its power and popularity, this song has been recorded and arranged countless times, with all kinds of different instrumentation, styles, and moods. There are numerous arrangements for solo piano alone, and fortunately, this means that students of any skill level can be a part of the tradition. Here are just three free piano arrangements for students of various levels.
Beginner Piano Sheet Music
Even the youngest pianist can play the
familiar melody of Amazing Grace. This very easy arrangement passes the melody between right and left hands and includes the lyrics of the first verse. Only in the last two measures are two notes played at a time. Otherwise, this simple arrangement consists of the melody only, one note at a time. Students can build confidence by playing a well-known and recognizable song.
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Free Amazing Grace Beginner Piano Lesson
Learn how to play the free piano sheet music provided above with this free beginner piano lesson for kids from the MakingMusicFun.net Music Academy.
Easy/ Intermediate Piano Sheet Music
As students advance in their skill level, the tune of Amazing Grace can be enhanced. This lovely level 3 arrangements adds arpeggios in the left hand,
creating a flowing accompaniment to the melody.
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Intermediate Piano Sheet Music
More advanced students will appreciate the full sound of this arrangement, which includes right-hand chord
clusters with a moving left hand. The rich harmonies make this both a strong accompaniment for singing and a powerful stand alone piece.
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No matter what level a students is playing at, there is a version of this spiritual favorite for them to play.
Although the melody itself if moving, much of the power of this song rests in its lyrics, famously written by a reformed British slave trader, John Newton:
Lyrics
Amazing grace, how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost but now am found
Was blind but now I see.
‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear
And grace my fears relieved.
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed.
Through many dangers, toils and snares
I have already
come.
‘Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far
And grace will lead me home. Read More…
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