Canon in D beginner tutorial — Part 4
Today, we’re showing our left hand a little more love and adding two new left hand pattern options for our piece. We’ll also discuss creative decision-making and things to consider when developing your own left hand patterns.
If you’re new to using your left hand, don’t worry! The patterns we explore today are simple but expressive, and you’ll notice that they complement what you’ve already learned in the right hand.
Preview of what’s in this piano tutorial:
0:00 - Welcome!
0:29 - Creative decision-making for our left hand
2:18 - First new LH pattern: Step by step
7:18 - Hands together demo
11:22 - Second new LH pattern: Step by step
15:09 - Hands together demo
18:33 - Final play-through: The first six lines of our song reimagined! 🎵
23:06 - A look ahead
Complete tutorial list:
🌱 Canon in D for beginners -- Part 1: https://youtu.be/wlG_57btwvo
🌿 Canon in D for beginners -- Part 2: https://youtu.be/grFE4keM0NE
🌺 Canon in D for beginners -- Part 3: https://youtu.be/Ujo_BAjIja0
💐 Canon in D for beginners -- Part 4: This video!
🌳 Canon in D for beginners -- Part 5: https://youtu.be/ijzbx2tDMAI
🌟 Canon in D for beginners -- Bonus: https://youtu.be/W7CI1nbbUvQ
If you’d like some extra support as you learn (or a sneak preview of the learning ahead!), I’ve created a printable version of the arrangement I wrote and use in this tutorial series. This arrangement includes:
The complete core arrangement designed specifically for new and returning players
An optional bonus ending featuring the iconic soaring melody, for those ready for a gentle challenge
A personal introduction with helpful tips and context to support your learning
Section-by-section study notes with fingering suggestions, practice tips, and direct links to video walkthroughs
Whether you’re learning this for yourself or preparing to share it with others, this version of Canon in D is a piece that can grow with you!