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Jingle Bells wasn\u2019t actually written as a Christmas song! James Lord Pierpont composed it in 1857 under the title \u201cThe One Horse Open Sleigh.\u201d It was meant for a Thanksgiving performance, but its catchy melody and snowy sleigh-ride lyrics quickly made it a Christmas favorite.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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The holidays wouldn\u2019t feel the same without a cheerful round of\u00a0 “<\/span>Jingle Bells”<\/span> on piano. This timeless piano song is simple enough that you can start playing it today, even if you\u2019re a beginner. With just a few notes and a little practice, you\u2019ll be able to fill your home with festive music.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Skoove, we\u2019ll guide you step by step so you can learn how to play “<\/span>Jingle Bells”<\/span> on the piano in a way that\u2019s fun, easy and motivating. Whether you\u2019re learning for yourself, helping your kids, or playing together as a family, this tutorial will get you started.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the notes in “<\/b>Jingle Bells”<\/b> ?<\/b><\/h2>\n

In this tutorial<\/span>, <\/span><\/i>“<\/span>Jingle Bells”<\/span> is in C major, which means you only need the white keys of the piano. No sharps or flats to worry about, making it one of the easiest songs for beginners. The melody is also built on simple quarter notes, so the rhythm is easy to follow.<\/span><\/p>\n

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We\u2019ll start with the right hand melody and then add a simple left hand part. Play each hand separately first, then combine them once you feel comfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n

Playing the notes with the right hand<\/b><\/h3>\n

Your right hand plays the melody, the part everyone sings. Place your hand in C position and let your fingers fall naturally over the white keys.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the opening line of “<\/span>Jingle Bells”<\/span>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • E E E<\/b> \u2013 \u201cJingle bells\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
  • E E E<\/b> \u2013 \u201cJingle bells\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
  • E G C D E<\/b> \u2013 \u201cJingle all the way\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    So, the opening notes are:<\/span><\/p>\n

    E(3) \u2013 E(3) \u2013 E(3) \u2013 E(3) \u2013 E(3) \u2013 E(3) \u2013 E(3) \u2013 G(5) \u2013 C(1) \u2013 D(2) \u2013 E(3)<\/b><\/p>\n

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    Once you feel comfortable, you can add the left hand to give your playing more depth and make it sound even closer to the version you know.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Playing the notes with the left hand<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Our version just has the melody as you can see. However if you fancy your left hand can just keep things simple by playing the bass notes. For a very easy version, just play single notes:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • C<\/b> for the first phrase (\u201cJingle bells, jingle bells\u2026\u201d)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • G<\/b> when you reach \u201cOh what fun\u2026\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Then back to <\/span>C<\/b> for \u201csleigh.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Put your little finger on the C below middle C and let your fingers fall naturally over the white keys again.<\/span><\/p>\n

      It looks like this:<\/span>
      \n<\/b> C (5) \u2013 G(1) \u2013 C(5)<\/b><\/p>\n

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      Hold each note steady while the right hand plays the melody on top.<\/span><\/p>\n

      How to play “<\/b>Jingle Bells”<\/b> on piano?<\/b><\/h2>\n

      Now that you\u2019ve practiced the melody with your right hand and the simple bass notes with your left, it\u2019s time to put them together.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Don\u2019t worry if your hands feel out of sync at first. Everyone experiences that! With a little patience, they\u2019ll start working together smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n

      The easiest way to master this piano song is by watching it in action. Here\u2019s a step-by-step video tutorial for “<\/span>Jingle Bells”<\/span> on piano, play along, pause when you need to, and replay as often as you like.<\/span><\/p>\n