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Do you know?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Leonard Cohen worked on “Hallelujah” for almost five years, writing and rewriting the lyrics over and over again. It\u2019s said that he drafted anywhere from 80 to 180 different verses before finally choosing the version that made it onto the album.<\/em><\/p>\n

Go to the lesson<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

If you\u2019ve ever wanted to know how to play “Hallelujah” on piano you\u2019re in the right place, this guide will walk you through it step by step. With just a few simple chords and notes, you\u2019ll soon be able to play this piano song with confidence.<\/p>\n

With Skoove\u2019s “Hallelujah” piano tutorial guiding the way, you\u2019ll move through each section at a comfortable pace, with clear explanations and practical tips that make learning feel natural. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n

“Hallelujah” piano notes and finger positions<\/h2>\n

In this tutorial, “Hallelujah” is played in the key of G\u266d major. This means you\u2019ll use a mix of both white and black keys.<\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s break it down hand by hand.<\/p>\n

“Hallelujah” piano notes in the right hand<\/h3>\n

Place your thumb (finger 1) on A\u266d and let your fingers rest naturally on the next keys: B\u266d (2), D\u266d (3), and E\u266d (4). These five notes make up almost the entire melody.<\/p>\n

The opening phrase goes like this:<\/p>\n

B\u266d (2) – D\u266d (3) – E\u266d (4) – E\u266d (4) – E\u266d (4) – D\u266d (3) – B\u266d (2)- B\u266d (2)<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Hallelujah<\/p>\n

Play this slowly but in time with your right hand until it feels smooth. This line is repeated in different variations throughout the song, so mastering it will make the coming phrases much easier.<\/p>\n

“Hallelujah” piano notes in the left hand<\/h3>\n

While your right hand carries the melody, the left hand plays the harmony. To keep things simple, start with just the root notes of the chords. Place your pinky (finger 5) on G\u266d below middle C and let the rest of your fingers fall naturally across the next notes. The main notes you\u2019ll use in this bassline are:<\/p>\n

G\u266d(5) \u2013 C(2) \u2013 C (2) \u2013 G\u266d(5) \u2013 G\u266d(5)<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Hallelujah<\/p>\n

You can play the left hand notes alone at first as you get used to it. Press one bass note at the start of each phrase and let it ring while the melody is going by paying attention to synchronization. Even this simple version will already sound like “Hallelujah”.<\/p>\n

How to play “Hallelujah” on piano?<\/h2>\n

Now that you\u2019ve learned the notes and hand positions, it\u2019s time to bring everything together. Playing the “Hallelujah” piano chords with both hands might feel tricky at first, however with a slow tempo and steady practice, the melody and harmony will start to flow naturally. In this video from Skoove, you’ll learn exactly how to place your hands, which notes to press and how to bring the chords and melody together. You\u2019ll see finger positions in real time and hear how each part should sound, making it much easier.<\/p>\n