How to play “London Bridge Is Falling Down” piano

“London Bridge Is Falling Down” piano video tutorial

Watch this quick tutorial to get a walkthrough of how to play “London Bridge is Falling Down” on the piano. Follow along and you’ll be playing the song in no time.

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“London Bridge is Falling Down” is easy to learn and fun to play, even if you’ve never touched a piano before. In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through every step, from learning the basic melody to adding simple chords to accompany it. By the end, you’ll be playing the song on your own. Let’s jump in and start playing!

“London Bridge is Falling Down” piano sheet music: melody & chords

Now that you’ve seen the tutorial video, let’s break down the sheet music for “London Bridge is Falling Down”. Below, you’ll find the piano notes for the melody and the chords that you can play to accompany it. Let’s take it one step at a time.

Piano notes for the melody

Here are the piano notes for the melody of “London Bridge is Falling Down”.

“London Bridge is Falling Down” piano letters (C Key):

• G – A – G – F – E – F – G (First phrase)

Piano chords to accompany the melody

Now, let’s add some easy chords with your left hand to accompany the melody. These chords will make your playing sound fuller and more interesting.

Basic chords:

• C Major (C – E – G)
• G Major (G – B – D)

Start by playing the C Major chord with your left hand while you play the melody with your right hand. Once you’re comfortable, try switching between the chords as they’re written above the staff.

Lesson plan: How to practice “London Bridge is Falling Down” on piano

The key to playing “London Bridge is Falling Down” smoothly lies in short, fun and focused practice sessions. Here’s a simple Skoove lesson plan to guide you through your learning:

Step 1: Listen to the full song

Take a moment to listen to “London Bridge is Falling Down” in its entirety. Pay attention to the melody’s rhythm and flow, and get a feel for the song. You don’t need to worry about playing just yet, focus on hearing the melody clearly.

Step 2: Master the right-hand melody

Start with the melody, the right-hand part of the song. Begin slowly and focus on hitting the right notes at the right time. You can use the piano notes we provided earlier, or if you prefer, follow the video tutorial we looked at.

Step 3: Learn the left hand accompaniment

Now that you have the melody down, let’s add some simple chords with your left hand to accompany the melody. Start with the C Major chord and practice playing it while playing the melody with your right hand.

Step 4: Play both hands together

Once you’re comfortable with the melody and the left-hand chords separately, it’s time to bring both hands together. Start slow and pay attention to the rhythm and timing. Don’t rush, let your hands work together at a comfortable pace.

Step 5: Practice, practice, practice!

Now that you know the basics, continue practicing the song. Play it every day, even for just a few minutes. Over time, your fingers will get more comfortable with the keys, and you’ll be able to play more smoothly.

Keep practicing and learning with Skoove!

Now that you’ve mastered the basics of playing “London Bridge is Falling Down” remember that practice is key. The more you play, the better you’ll get! Don’t worry if you don’t get it perfect right away, keep playing, have fun, and let the music flow naturally.

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Author of this blog post:
Susana Pérez Posada

With over seven years in piano education and a deep passion for music therapy, Susana brings a unique blend of expertise to Skoove. A graduate in Music Therapy from SRH Hochschule Heidelberg and an experienced classical pianist from Universidad EAFIT, she infuses her teaching with a holistic approach that transcends traditional piano lessons. In her writings for Skoove, Susana combines her rich musical knowledge with engaging storytelling, enriching the learning experience for pianists of all levels. Away from the piano, she loves exploring new places and immersing herself in a good book, believing these diverse experiences enhance her creative teaching style.