Play Piano With Elton John -

: Features a relatively simple piano arrangement that is great for training your ear on rhythm.

: One of his biggest "tricks" is hitting a chord on the upbeat right before the downbeat, then holding it through. You can hear this clearly in the opening of "Your Song" . Play Piano with Elton John

: A perfectly constructed pop ballad that is ideal for those seeking a straightforward accompaniment. : Features a relatively simple piano arrangement that

: Written in the key of E-flat, which Elton has noted is anatomically comfortable for the hand because the longer fingers stay on the black keys while the thumb and pinky rest on the white keys. : A perfectly constructed pop ballad that is

Elton John’s playing is heavily influenced by his early days as a session player for R&B groups, leading to a style that treats the piano as much like a as a melodic instrument.

: Elton frequently uses "slash chords"—playing a specific chord in the right hand over a different bass note in the left. This creates more complex, emotional moods, a technique famously used in "Rocket Man" .

: For true novices, the Elton John Super Easy Songbook (approx. $13–$15) features letter names inside the notes to help you play hits like "Tiny Dancer" instantly.