Repertoire piece 1

Why this matters

Real pieces are the test of every skill so far. Piece 1 is short (16 bars), uses your reading + pulse + 5-finger position, and ends musically.

What you should be able to do

Perform a 16-bar beginner piece with steady pulse, 90% correct notes, and musical ending.

Estimated focus time: 3h

How to practice this on your piano today

1. 1. Choose a beginner piece in a method book or online (e.g., 'Ode to Joy' main theme, 'Twinkle Twinkle' arrangement, or a simple Bartok First Lessons piece).
2. 2. Map out: time signature, key, hand positions, any tricky measures.
3. 3. Practice each hand alone first. Get it cleanly at slow tempo (60 BPM).
4. 4. Combine hands at slow tempo. Increase by 10 BPM each session.
5. 5. Aim for one performance-clean run with steady pulse, ≥90% correct notes, and a musical ending.