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[Disney] Playable even if you’ve just learned Do-Re-Mi! A selection of iconic songs from beloved Disney animations
Has anyone just started learning piano and wants to try playing their favorite Disney songs?
There are surely many people who are beginning to read notes little by little and want to improve using songs they love.
Among Disney’s classic tunes, some are built within a single octave, and there are plenty of beginner-friendly scores and reference performance videos available—making certain pieces easy for beginners to take on!
In this article, we’ll introduce Disney songs that even piano beginners who have just learned do-re-mi can tackle with ease.
We’ll also share sheet music with simple, easy-to-play arrangements for melody and accompaniment, so if you’re unsure about reading music, please use this as a reference!
[Disney] Even if you’ve just learned Do-Re-Mi, you can play these! A curated selection of beloved songs from classic Disney animations (1–10)
Beauty and the BeastAlan Menken
It is the graceful waltz featured in an iconic scene from a Disney animated film.
The melody is gentle, evoking a romantic atmosphere.
The vocal range isn’t too wide, and the repeated key changes create a dramatic progression.
First sung by Mrs.
Potts in the 1991 animated film, it accompanies a pivotal moment in which the protagonists begin to truly connect.
From an unexpected encounter to growing mutual understanding, their journey is expressed through a tender melody.
With its simple melodic line and narrow range, it’s perfect for those who have just learned solfège.
Recommended for anyone who wants to play a gentle tune with heartfelt expression.
Jamboree Mickey!Marco Marinangeli
“Jamboree Mickey!”—a song that skyrocketed in popularity as the theme for the kids’ program “Jamboree Mickey! Let’s Dance!”, where children can have a blast dancing with Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends.
The video of the Cast Members and characters singing and dancing with full energy also became a hot topic on social media, didn’t it? The melody of the classic Mickey theme, “Mickey Mouse March,” appears partway through the song, making it irresistible for Mickey fans.
The melody stays within a single octave, making it very easy to play—so even beginner pianists should definitely give it a try!
Aladdin: A Whole New WorldAlan Menken
Among the many works by composer Alan Menken, who created numerous scores for Disney films, the classic “A Whole New World” is especially popular and is frequently performed at weddings and other events.
It’s a romantic piece that evokes the image of Aladdin and Jasmine soaring through the night sky.
You might think it’s difficult because of its grand feel, but in fact the chorus melody stays within a single octave, making it quite approachable even for beginner pianists! To start, why not practice with an arrangement where the left hand plays only chords or a bass line, so you can focus on the melody?
Moana: The Legend of the Sea — “How Far I’ll Go”Lin-Manuel Miranda
This song symbolically expresses a young girl’s adventure and journey of self-discovery as depicted in a Disney film set in the South Pacific.
The melody stays within a single octave, and over its beautiful musical line, the feelings of a girl dreaming of the open sea are vividly portrayed as if sung right before your eyes.
The progression builds gradually from a gentle introduction, encouraging that first step toward a dream that anyone can relate to.
In March 2017, a Japanese version sung by Miliya Kato was released and was also used as a tie-in song for Kao’s Essential.
When you want to take a step toward something important, why not play it in your own way along with the tender tones of the piano?
Remember MeKristen Anderson-Lopez／Robert Lopez
This song colors a heartwarming story born from a Disney and Pixar animated film.
It features elements of traditional Mexican mariachi music, with an impressively simple and beautiful melodic line.
With a gentle atmosphere themed around family bonds and memories with loved ones, it plays an important role in the narrative.
Its range is narrow and the melody is simple, making it approachable even for those who have only recently started playing the piano.
In 2018, at the 90th Academy Awards, this piece won Best Original Song, and its universal theme and familiar melody have made it beloved by people across generations.
It’s a perfect choice for anyone who wants to deepen their family ties through music.
The Little Mermaid “Under the Sea”Alan Menken
An insert song from the movie The Little Mermaid that makes you wonder with excitement, “How much fun is waiting under the sea?” The chorus melody stays within an octave and the chords are simple, but the key to mastering this piece is how you tackle its somewhat complex rhythms.
In addition to reading the notes, it’s a great idea to isolate just the melody’s rhythm and practice by tapping it on a desk to really internalize it.
Once you can handle this song’s rhythm with ease, you might find the rhythms in other pieces feel simpler and easier to grasp.
Frozen: Let It GoKristen Anderson-Lopez／Robert Lopez
Let It Go, the theme song from the film Frozen that sparked a global Frozen craze.
It’s a smash hit that brilliantly captures Elsa’s kindness, loneliness, and strength.
The unforgettable chorus melody that sticks in your head after just one listen stays within a single octave! Because it uses lots of syncopation and ties, the sheet music might look intimidating, but if you rely on the melody you remember and try playing it, you’ll find it’s surprisingly approachable.
Rather than fixating on reading the score at first, why not challenge yourself with the mindset of “Let’s recreate that melody on the piano”?