Au clair de la lune on piano
Learn Au clair de la lune on piano with this beginner single-voice arrangement. The instrument opens with the melody selected: listen to the example, slow the tempo and follow the next glowing note. This version has no lyrics or automatic accompaniment.
How to use it
- The suggested tempo is 80 BPM. Listen once before playing.
- Select a short section using the start and end selectors. Enable repeat to listen to that phrase at your own pace.
- Start the exercise and play the highlighted note. It advances when you play correctly. The score checks pitches; it does not measure rhythmic accuracy.
- When you can play the phrase, use Record. Stop to listen, download MIDI or WAV, or create a short video. Teacher mode sends the same exercise as a link or QR.
Help and explanations
Phrases and rhythm
The opening section repeated, using only C, D and E. Separate the three opening Cs; the following E and D last two beats each. Pay attention to the C–E leap.
Piano technique
Use your right hand and keep your fingers near the keys. Natural notes use the white keys; the glowing key indicates the next note, not a particular finger.
Note sequence
C4 · C4 · C4 · D4 · E4 · D4 · C4 · E4 · D4 · D4 · C4 · C4 · C4 · C4 · D4 · E4 · D4 · C4 · E4 · D4 · D4 · C4
Durations in the same order: 1 · 1 · 1 · 1 · 2 · 2 · 1 · 1 · 1 · 1 · 4 · 1 · 1 · 1 · 1 · 2 · 2 · 1 · 1 · 1 · 1 · 4 beats.
About this version
Our own teaching arrangement of a traditional melody or an old public-domain composition. Pitches and rhythms are simplified for individual practice. Compare the piano, xylophone and kalimba versions. Visit the easy music collection to choose another piece.
Tips
- Start slowly: finding the pitches and relaxing your movement comes before increasing speed.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an account or microphone?
No. The exercise uses on-screen keys or a compatible MIDI keyboard. Recordings and history stay on your device.