Instructor

Jonny May

Lesson Type

Quick Tip

Skill Level

Beginner

Intermediate

Duration

11:24

Quick question… do you think you can improvise on piano—even if you’ve never really played before?

Because 👀… in this lesson, you actually can.

Like… today. In about 10 minutes.

No pressure, no complicated theory overload—just a super fun way to think about playing: storytelling on the piano.

Here’s the vibe of what you’re about to do:

• You’ll start by setting the scene (think: calm, mysterious, “something’s about to happen…” energy)
• Then you’ll introduce your main character (aka a simple, beautiful melody)
• Bring in a sidekick (because every good story needs one)
• Go on an adventure (we make things bigger and more powerful)
• Hit a little conflict (yes, even music needs drama—hello, black keys!)
• And finally… bring it all back home for that satisfying ending

You’re basically just using a handful of notes and patterns the whole time. Nothing crazy—just creative.

By the end, you won’t just be “playing notes”…
You’ll be telling a story at the piano. 🎶

Give it a try, have fun with it, and don’t overthink it—this is one of those “trust the process” moments.

Can’t wait for you to hear what you come up with 👀

Writer

Jonny May

Jonathan May is a pianist from Southern California who specializes in many styles of piano. At age eighteen, Jonny became the youngest pianist to perform at Disneyland. Each week he entertained thousands of guests with his arrangements of American classics and Disney songs. Jonny has also performed with the Youtube...

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