How To Play "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran (Beginner Piano Tutorial)

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  • Опубликовано: 11 июл 2024
  • Ed Sheeran wrote "Perfect" for his wife -- who he actually grew up and went to school with!
    The lyrics are so beautiful, coupled with a lovely melody. The good news for us is that the chords in this song are very simple -- and there are only four of them!
    We're in the key of G, so the chords we will be using are G, Em, C, and D. That's it! The order changes in the chorus, but they are the exact same chords. We have done many videos on how so many popular songs use the same four chords, and this is a "Perfect" example (excuse the pun). This song uses the 1-6-5-4 progression for the verse and pre-chorus - and the 6-4-1-5 progression for the chorus.
    The most challenging thing about this song is the left hand. We'll be playing the chords as broken arpeggios, but if that is challenging there is a simpler option which I have timecoded below. Another challenge is that sometimes our right and left hands will be 'sharing' notes. They'll be playing the same note -- but at different times. I have also timecoded solutions for this below.
    ⚡️Chapters:
    0:59 The important left-hand part
    1:35 Adding the right hand
    2:25 Putting both hands together
    3:10 The pre-chorus
    4:16 The chorus - same chords, different order
    6:05 How to deal with overlapping hands
    6:16 A simpler option for the left hand
    6:53 The final section - the outro riff
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Комментарии • 1,2 тыс.

  • @PianoteOfficial
    @PianoteOfficial  4 года назад +226

    Here's the link for the sheet music and the timecodes for all the parts of the song:
    pianote.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/pdf/Perfect-LeadSheet.pdf
    The important left-hand part - 0:59
    Adding the right hand - 1:35
    Putting both hands together - 2:25
    The pre-chorus - 3:10
    The chorus - same chords, different order - 4:16
    How to deal with overlapping hands - 6:05
    A simpler option for the left hand - 6:16
    The final section - the outro riff - 6:53

    • @duongval
      @duongval 4 года назад +4

      Could you give me the left hand note?

    • @PianoteOfficial
      @PianoteOfficial  4 года назад +5

      The left-hand notes are arpeggios of the chords. So for a G chord the notes are G-B-D-G-D-B up and down. And then it's the same for ever chord

    • @yagabey
      @yagabey 4 года назад +2

      The link is not working

    • @duongval
      @duongval 4 года назад

      The link still work.

    • @yagabey
      @yagabey 4 года назад

      @@duongval ok thanks, that was because of my dns settings i think

  • @Tousanx
    @Tousanx 4 года назад +423

    you're piano skills: master level. Your teaching skills: master level. Your voice: beautiful when you sing us a very short lines.

  • @atharvtiwari1377
    @atharvtiwari1377 4 года назад +125

    This is hands down the best tutorial I've found for perfect.

  • @Nadz95
    @Nadz95 2 года назад +63

    I've been playing piano for about 15 years on and off, recently this year I have got back into it and I've got to say you're an amazing teacher! I was able to learn this in just a couple of hours because you make it soo simple. Such a talent from you x

  • @WelshGingerCat
    @WelshGingerCat 4 года назад +40

    I've just ordered myself a £400 keyboard piano so I can learn to play this. Can't wait til it arrives next week. I can't even play chopsticks! You are so very talented.

  • @charlesculp5999
    @charlesculp5999 5 лет назад +13

    I learned piano along time ago and started lessons when I was 13 yrs old. I had the sweetest old lady as a teacher. I believe some people are born with a gift to be Extraordinary teachers. You have the best tutorials, and have made me fall in love with piano again. I should have never stopped. Actually just ordered a new casio key board that should be arriving today. I want to thank you sincerely for lighting this passion up for me again. You are amazing 👍

  • @robinsebastian1614
    @robinsebastian1614 5 лет назад +126

    u can't imagine how much happiness and confidence you gave me through this single lesson
    .. wishing you all success am happy,also feel very lucky to find your lesson on you tube tc

  • @gameingverse3221
    @gameingverse3221 4 года назад +40

    I already learned how to play this song. But we all know that learning never ends. Thanks 😍😍

  • @gordondubois1587
    @gordondubois1587 5 лет назад +11

    I LOVE your "happy" way of teaching.Thanks you for sharing your gift

  • @ThisuraYapa
    @ThisuraYapa 5 лет назад +52

    I think I found the best channel on RUclips to learn playing the piano.
    The presentation and the time duratiin of each part is perfect and best of all the sheet music is given free.

  • @sunsetfamilythunderfamily8257
    @sunsetfamilythunderfamily8257 3 года назад +5

    Thank you for your continuous support in teaching us and the music notes you have provided us. We (the family) appreciate it very much!

  • @RohanKumar-xd9mr
    @RohanKumar-xd9mr 3 года назад +13

    Your tutorials have risen my level from beginner to intermediate.
    Thank you 😊❤️

  • @rendevous9253
    @rendevous9253 4 года назад +44

    I am falling in love with piano just because of you✨

    • @coxzcampz3001
      @coxzcampz3001 4 года назад +1

      My friend for me, I'm fallen in love with her because of piano lol

    • @sharontzeng
      @sharontzeng 4 года назад

      Really coxz Campz????

    • @coxzcampz3001
      @coxzcampz3001 4 года назад

      @@sharontzeng just for fun sha

  • @StephenKube
    @StephenKube 5 лет назад +8

    Just exquisite! I love the broken chords and the way they are filled in. Makes it wonderful when listening, while giving you that background interplay when a singer superimposes on the notes played. Keep up!

  • @ravmhap1269
    @ravmhap1269 5 лет назад +4

    Such a simplified teaching method ...hats off

  • @marcellef8302
    @marcellef8302 2 месяца назад

    So beautiful 🎶 🎹 Can't wait to try this!

  • @abbesatty9498
    @abbesatty9498 4 года назад +8

    I couldn't master this one but you gave me an unexpected inspiration for totally another song. Thank you!

  • @northerngal777
    @northerngal777 Год назад +3

    Only just found your channel and I'm loving your straight forward explanations on chording. This is a beautiful song, and you've made it "Perfect". Thank you, can't wait to watch more.

  • @dennismcpeek9630
    @dennismcpeek9630 3 года назад +18

    Lisa, every teaching video you do are so well explained, and you make it seem so easy. I have learned so much from you, from practice tips to chords to songs. Thank you for giving your love of piano to so many people!!

  • @sirpiken
    @sirpiken 5 лет назад +2

    Holy crap! I love you guys. I've been practicing the accompaniment to this song for about a month now but I have had real trouble finding a source for lead sheets. Perfect timing.

  • @luludestinationtherapy
    @luludestinationtherapy 4 года назад +4

    It's a beautiful lesson you've made and sharing with us. Thank you so much 😊

  • @shillcreativeworkshop
    @shillcreativeworkshop 4 года назад +7

    You are without a doubt an amazing piano teacher. I have learned so much from watching your video's you've helped me take my music to an amazing level . Thank you so much.

  • @riyandalvi4774
    @riyandalvi4774 4 года назад +13

    We need a perfect cover sung and played by you , your voice is so good 😭

  • @AvikDutt
    @AvikDutt 4 года назад +2

    This is the best, easy to follow yet complete tutorial for this song. Thanks for explaining this so well, I'm amazed! Gonna get practising right now!

  • @spencersoh4488
    @spencersoh4488 4 года назад +1

    Luv the way you simplify things, like making the task easier on the left hand

  • @cee9147
    @cee9147 4 года назад +4

    The way of ur demo is very interesting and clear. Thanks so much. I like this song u play !

  • @manasigawali9452
    @manasigawali9452 4 года назад +5

    This is the best tutorial for not just perfect but any song i have ever come across..❤

  • @DarwinFanF
    @DarwinFanF 4 года назад +2

    Lisa, I could see how excited you were giving this tutorial. Seemed like you couldn't wait to continue playing the whole piece. ❤

  • @banjiddle
    @banjiddle 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks for making this easy! I like your friendly, bubbly personality which makes notes easy to focus, and jump out at ya!

  • @TheCooGuR
    @TheCooGuR 5 лет назад +5

    I am always impatiently waiting for the next video from pianote! Best channel for learning piano skills and songs, keep up the good work!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge to us!!

  • @anjalibisht5548
    @anjalibisht5548 8 месяцев назад +15

    How does your left hand play so soft!?

  • @felicidadgadiano6375
    @felicidadgadiano6375 3 года назад +2

    she is a very good piano teacher. She was able to simplify everything. Thank you very much for this.

  • @eyaiwamoto9735
    @eyaiwamoto9735 3 года назад +1

    I'm so glad to discover your channel while looking for piano tutorials in yt. You just don't know how much this made me happy. Though I'm still to learn some of the basic in piano, your tutorials made me sooo excited to learn.

  • @mariavargova3160
    @mariavargova3160 5 лет назад +7

    It`s absolutely beautiful, how you play it! Watched it like 4 times already and cannot wait to get home tonight and start trying :) Excellent tutorial. Big thank you from Slovakia :)

    • @stereodan7180
      @stereodan7180 4 года назад

      Same feeling maria, I'm om my home now and can't wait to try it!

  • @angelgrullon6836
    @angelgrullon6836 4 года назад +5

    I’ve really seen several tutorial videos of this song, and none like this, excellent video!!

  • @richardblocher599
    @richardblocher599 5 лет назад +1

    Amazing, and Beautiful. I Love the melody in this piece. Thank you for sharing.Quite a Challenge.

  • @meghagoel76
    @meghagoel76 4 года назад +2

    You're awesome! The way you teach is so refreshing.. loved the tutorial! Thank you!

  • @joshmanuel6802
    @joshmanuel6802 5 лет назад +3

    I love how you teach!!! You keep things interesting!!!

  • @pamelakings1093
    @pamelakings1093 3 года назад +3

    You really do give a great explanation and I love the way you break the song into sections and really slow down the difficult bits(for novices like myself) to allow me to get my head around them. Thank you for making this freely available and helping me play a beautiful song as I don't read notation. Next step to look at your web site :)

  • @ankitapugalia3228
    @ankitapugalia3228 3 года назад +1

    I learnt playing this and it's beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

  • @scaryboy430
    @scaryboy430 2 года назад

    What a beautiful melody! That charming and beautiful voice has captivated me!

  • @leepaynorvisuals
    @leepaynorvisuals 3 года назад +4

    Thanks for the amazing tutorial and for the free sheet music! ❤️

  • @danielmbuyamba4937
    @danielmbuyamba4937 Год назад +6

    You're my favorite teacher, you make it sound so easy and your explanations are flawless. Your skills are master level and you have a beautiful voice, wish we could hear you sing more... Thank you Lisa.

  • @rule2692
    @rule2692 3 года назад +2

    THE BEST music teacher !!! You make it so enjoyable and easy to follow and fun !!! 😄😄😄

  • @gemmac6078
    @gemmac6078 3 года назад +1

    This version of perfect, im learning at present is so perfect & easy to play. Thank you for showing me & thanks for the music sheets. 🌟🌟👏👏🌹🌹 thank you for explaining this slowly & clearly

  • @tfmarketing12
    @tfmarketing12 2 года назад +6

    That part at 6:16 to 6:49 about how to use "shells of chords" was just amazing and eye-opening to me. I don't think there's any piano teacher on RUclips who simplifies piano concepts as well as you do, Lisa. Amazing job as always.

    • @olamideogunwale2956
      @olamideogunwale2956 Год назад +1

      I don't get the shell of chords. Could you explain a little better please?

    • @tfmarketing12
      @tfmarketing12 Год назад +1

      ​ @Olamide Ogunwale Shells of Chords: You just do the "outside" keys of a triad, to make it simpler. Like for example C-major triad would normally be C-E-F, but you can just do C-F to simplify it. Same with G-major triad which would use 3 fingers to play G-B-D at the same time... but you can just do G-D (skipping the middle key B). In that sense you're just doing the "shell" of the triad, skipping the middle key/note and just playing the "outer" notes of the triad instead.
      If you look at the way Lisa hits the keys from 6:16 to 6:49 you'll see she just hits the outer notes of the triad/chord during that section (instead of the 3 notes in the chord she was doing before), and it still sounds good. So it's a good way for beginners to simplify things. Hope that helps.

  • @reniebiona3988
    @reniebiona3988 4 года назад +4

    thank you so much for this tutorial. I really learned a lot of things from you. keep up the good work.

  • @kimyanlee2247
    @kimyanlee2247 2 года назад

    Wow, how you have simplified the playing method and yet make it sound so beautiful.Thank you so much.

  • @glennfelter6255
    @glennfelter6255 2 года назад

    I love this Lady! She is happy soul and a Great teacher.

  • @trangdo9994
    @trangdo9994 5 лет назад +58

    Omg the best tutorial ever! I can follow your instruction & play this song although I'm a beginner!
    Thank you very much for your great work!

    • @SonNguyencover
      @SonNguyencover 5 лет назад

      Trang Do hello Trang. can u help me?? From VietNam

    • @trangdo9994
      @trangdo9994 5 лет назад

      @@SonNguyencover dạ :)) anh tải music sheet về thử xem chỗ nào ko tập được

    • @SonNguyencover
      @SonNguyencover 5 лет назад

      Trang Do bạn hát đc k. Mình có 1 bài mình sáng tác bạn hát thử + với đệm piano xem sao .

    • @dennismigrino
      @dennismigrino 4 года назад

      Now i think your a pro after 7 months

  • @t-gsd4074
    @t-gsd4074 4 года назад +3

    After watching ur video..... I can play easily thank u & I love ur voice tuu while u ar singing

  • @monugupta32
    @monugupta32 4 года назад +1

    You're awesome.. ! Professional, simple to understand. Loved it.

  • @arielnapenas8240
    @arielnapenas8240 3 года назад +1

    I dont know how much to thank you for all your videos. This one is very helpful and will help me moving forward. I understand now how to play the left "open" along with the melody, without notes but just seeing the chord name. Thank you.

  • @mohamedjamil804
    @mohamedjamil804 5 лет назад +4

    your voice when you sing it's amazing

  • @lemonadeue
    @lemonadeue 3 года назад +9

    Huhu my left and right hand can't get along. I super loooovee this channel tho!

  • @KellyAdiaba-uo9hs
    @KellyAdiaba-uo9hs 3 месяца назад

    I really love this tutorial, it took me few minutes to play this music. Thank you so much....

  • @christianboutonnet1381
    @christianboutonnet1381 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you very much it's a treat to watch your tutorial to learn this beautiful Ed Sheeran song.
    Thank you

  • @sompasongs
    @sompasongs 4 года назад +3

    Love it, thank you for showing us how!

  • @rahar6009
    @rahar6009 4 года назад +3

    Simply the best piano teacher I've ever seen so far. Thanks for you lessens. You have such a great voice too. Please do a cover song as well 😍

  • @parthbelsare9731
    @parthbelsare9731 2 года назад

    This is the best tutorial for "Perfect". Thank you so much!
    You make everything look simple and also simplify it.

  • @linascibelli7592
    @linascibelli7592 3 года назад +1

    I hope so because right now I play with very stiff finger, you look so smooth. Thank you for all your amazing tutorials. You are the best!

  • @MrMargical
    @MrMargical 5 лет назад +3

    Much love from South Africa❤ My God, you're an amazing pianist😍 I have so many of your videos but this one takes the cup 😊

  • @MichaelAcosta
    @MichaelAcosta 5 лет назад +3

    Wonderful tutorial! I learned a different way to play the melody but I'll be definitely practicing your outro- I love the way it sounds :D

  • @yvonnevazsaxena6712
    @yvonnevazsaxena6712 Год назад +1

    Beautiful and easy way of playing this sweet song

  • @jacqueslochard2831
    @jacqueslochard2831 2 года назад

    You are such a great personality! Not just a very good musician and teacher. Well done!

  • @amitmalviya7
    @amitmalviya7 5 лет назад +7

    Omg your voice those few lines you sang ❤️

  • @Imagination972
    @Imagination972 5 лет назад +3

    Just started playing piano. This is my mid term goal. Beautiful song and playing. Thanks. :)

  • @Johnnypog
    @Johnnypog 3 года назад +2

    Thank you!:)
    Actually the best piano lession on youtube I've ever seen!
    I learned a half of a song in an hour from you!🥺
    I've never learned a song so fast... That's why I can wholeheartedly say that this is the best tutorial I've found!:)
    Thank you for this beauty again.. Im very grateful🥰🥺
    Kisses from Poland❤

  • @neillightfoot32
    @neillightfoot32 4 года назад

    As always, another terrific lesson. Thankyou👏👏

  • @samaykahate1514
    @samaykahate1514 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks a lot mam 😊... Your teaching style is the Best ..... Great work 😍

  • @Yttik1982
    @Yttik1982 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks, I've learned so much from you. Your teaching style is great. You keep me inspired to continue learning and practicing.

  • @snehalgalashah8359
    @snehalgalashah8359 3 года назад

    Woww...you make my dream of playing the piano seem achievable..many thanks!!

  • @spanndooler15
    @spanndooler15 Год назад

    I love how she's so encouraging ❤️

  • @celesteabdon
    @celesteabdon 5 лет назад +28

    Omg!! Tomorrow is my 8 year anniversary with my boyfriend. I'll definitely try it. Thank you so much!! ❤❤

  • @sandinikarunarathna111
    @sandinikarunarathna111 3 года назад +8

    Perfect from a PERFECT CHANNEL ❤😌Thnx a lot ,This channel deserves more subscribes🎶😏
    From Sri Lanka🇱🇰

  • @keerthikitijaya-wardena6777
    @keerthikitijaya-wardena6777 4 года назад

    Amazing teaching! No one would top it! Thanks dear!👍👍👍💐💐💐from Germany

  • @klchu6150
    @klchu6150 5 лет назад +1

    You are a great tutor! Thank you making this video!!♥️

  • @Kevin-cn3op
    @Kevin-cn3op 5 лет назад +202

    Can you do Can't Help Falling In Love by Elvis Presley :)

  • @DaveGalligher
    @DaveGalligher 5 лет назад +3

    So pretty. Great job, just subscribed, looking forward to your future videos.

  • @wanaswapersleymilimo
    @wanaswapersleymilimo 2 года назад +1

    Perfect pianist, perfect voice!

  • @phuongkhanh3453
    @phuongkhanh3453 2 года назад

    You are a wonderful tutor! Thanks to your guidance via this clip, I can learn a lot! A big THANK YOU! God bless you!

  • @sir9151
    @sir9151 4 года назад +54

    “You can download this for yourself.”
    RUclips: No.

    • @PianoteOfficial
      @PianoteOfficial  4 года назад +14

      Haha I meant the music. You can get your own copy to keep here: pianote.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/pdf/Perfect-LeadSheet.pdf

    • @jessicahe4959
      @jessicahe4959 4 года назад +1

      ok

    • @aartisharma4751
      @aartisharma4751 3 года назад +2

      "Videoder"
      Download this app.. Will help you very much.. Reply me if this is sorted. 😊😊

    • @seemawadhwa4258
      @seemawadhwa4258 3 года назад

      @@aartisharma4751 pls share the link

  • @bhavanimadasu5103
    @bhavanimadasu5103 5 лет назад +3

    It's very simple when u teach a new song hope u would be my music teacher love from India

  • @grupposis7350
    @grupposis7350 3 года назад +1

    really the best tutorial on youtube for this beautifull song , thank you again

  • @TiagoCorcos
    @TiagoCorcos 5 лет назад +40

    Great tutorial! Easy and beautiful. Please, sing more in the next videos. Your voice is a charm.
    Thanks from Brazil!

    • @PianoteOfficial
      @PianoteOfficial  5 лет назад +5

      Thanks Tiago! Glad you liked it :)

    • @Mishtiman
      @Mishtiman 5 лет назад +2

      @@PianoteOfficial Ur voice is a GIFTED one!! U deserve to be a Pro musician. Ty for all ur vids Lisa. Ur a Gift from God for us!!! Ur voice and ur piano--they both in combo produce an impact upon me, which music is supposed to!! Take u into a beautiful plane of existence!

  • @christinyou-paris2478
    @christinyou-paris2478 4 года назад +3

    Please make a cover of this song.. would love to see you play the song because your version is very simple yet soooooooo lovely.. I honestly love it.. so please, make a cover

  • @byronconrad7724
    @byronconrad7724 2 года назад

    An amazing piano teacher with a beautiful singing voice.

  • @jillianmenezes7017
    @jillianmenezes7017 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for a very easy way of playing a beautiful song .God bless you

  • @MrFredd38
    @MrFredd38 4 года назад +3

    My 8 year old daughter loves this song, I just bought a piano, I know what I can learn soonish ;)

  • @tilakpatel5868
    @tilakpatel5868 3 года назад +6

    You played this 'PERFECT'

  • @shelly6824
    @shelly6824 3 года назад +1

    Thank you so much, I love 6/8 songs, like Hallelujah! Cause you, I can sing these songs while I play piano from this month, I have been singing a lot of songs with my ukulele, but I found your channel, I started to play a lot of my favorite on piano, you make my year in 2021! love you, Lisa!

  • @ngheujackson
    @ngheujackson 5 лет назад +2

    It's so useful and easy to understand! Thank you very much!!!!!

  • @LorettaHallahanDoherty
    @LorettaHallahanDoherty 3 года назад +3

    2:31 first part
    Thank you, appreciated!

  • @earth2.022
    @earth2.022 4 года назад +8

    OMFG DID I JUST LEARN THIS SONG? ACCIDENTALLY?
    Edit:
    i really shouldnt be so surprised about this!
    #YOUARETHEBEST!!

  • @vinojk729
    @vinojk729 3 года назад

    Fantastic Tutorial!
    Really Simplified. the left hand is complicated for playing arpeggio along with melody, but can be practiced with metronome at a slow tempo and then both hand really syncs. Thank you.

  • @mariabarus1511
    @mariabarus1511 4 года назад

    How much happines and confidence you gave me the partitur (free) and this lesson, You are a super super coach

  • @swefox2923
    @swefox2923 4 года назад +3

    I used to use the channel HDpiano which really sucked bcs the only thing they wanted was for you to go to they’re site and pay like ten bucks a week for a subscription for some dude talking his way through the song. This is so much better and I can actually learn stuff. Thank you

  • @abfmtb7455
    @abfmtb7455 3 года назад +4

    I am getting addicted to playing the piano bec I can actually play full songs because of your tutorial! I love your energy on top of the simplicity you provide. So awesome! Thank you thank you!!! On your free time :) please have tutorial for Don’t Know Why by Norah Jones 😆

  • @theSilvioRoesler
    @theSilvioRoesler 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for posting, subscribed!

  • @namitadinkar7193
    @namitadinkar7193 3 года назад

    O my God, you have a wonderful voice❤️💛and what greeeaaat lessons..loving it❤️