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Top 12 easy piano Christmas songs for beginners to learn

Music brings people together, and there’s no better time than Christmas to get friends or family around the piano for a sing-song. Christmas songs are lots of fun; the only downside is that once you play one, people will ask for another and another. So, you have to be prepared.

Yamaha P-225 review: CFX sound makes all the difference

The Yamaha P-225 is the latest addition to the incredibly popular P-series portable digital piano range. However, it’s far from just another model in the range; it’s the sign of a new generation of P-series instruments.

The 9 most common jazz chord progressions for piano

As a beginner, jazz music often sounds like a different language, like the musicians have notes that the rest of us don’t. But it’s not as scary as it first seems; like other genres, we can play jazz music using common patterns and progressions.

The 5 best headphones for digital pianos and keyboards

Playing piano at any level is a lot of fun, and it’s usually fun for the people you share your musical gift and enthusiasm with, too. But, sometimes, you need a quiet space for your music, and sometimes, your audience (willing or not) needs some quiet time. The solution is some great...

What are major and minor piano chords, and how to use them

Major and minor chords are the backbone of western music. Understanding basic major and minor triads will set you on your way to playing hundreds of your favorite songs. In this article, I’ll discuss everything a beginner needs to know about major and minor chords (we’ll stick to basic...

The 15 best easy piano songs for kids and adult beginners

Learning to play the piano at any age is a truly amazing gift, and it should be a lot of fun. To ensure it’s a lot of fun, I’ve created a list of the best easy piano songs for beginners. Whether you’ve had some piano lessons or are trying for the first time, these songs will have...

Yamaha CLP-835 review: Clavinova’s best value for money?

Value for money isn’t a term I typically attach to Yamaha Clavinova digital pianos: they are luxurious and priced as such. However, the Clavinova CLP-835, a new mid-level addition to the series, might be the best buy of the bunch.

Roland FP-30X review: Great piano with a few shortcomings

In recent years, Roland’s FP series has provided some of the most reliable digital pianos. Their typically streamlined design and easy-to-use features made them a go-to choice for music students and gigging professionals alike. The latest update to the series brings us the Roland FP-X...

The 8 best Yamaha keyboards and digital pianos in 2026

Yamaha has a stellar reputation for creating excellent instruments for all levels and budgets. That reputation, whether buying a concert grand piano or a beginner keyboard, makes Yamaha one of the most popular and trusted brands by students and professionals.