[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!
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[Disney] Playable even if you’ve just learned Do-Re-Mi! A carefully selected collection of beloved songs from classic Disney animations (21–30)
Toy Story 'You've Got a Friend in Me'Randy Newman
“You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” composed as the theme song for the film Toy Story and used in its sequels.
Its cheerful melody and encouraging lyrics—saying, in effect, “Don’t worry, I’ve got your back”—make it a song that lifts your spirits.
For best results, play the repeated dotted rhythms with a buoyant, slightly laid-back feel.
Rather than locking the rhythm in too tightly, loosen it up a bit for a more relaxed, seasoned groove that captures the song’s character.
Try performing it while picturing the scenes of the toys happily romping together in the movie.
Snow White: "Heigh-Ho"Frank Churchill
In Disney’s Snow White, “Heigh-Ho” plays in the scene where the cheerful seven dwarfs merrily sing as they return from work.
It’s a lively tune that makes you want to swing your arms and march in place.
Since the melody stays mostly within a single octave and the rhythm is simple and easy to remember, it’s approachable even for beginner pianists.
Play the dotted rhythms with a bouncy feel, and perform the rest of the melody with a light, crisp touch—slightly staccato—to bring out its sprightly character.
Mickey Mouse MarchJimmie Dodd
When it comes to iconic Disney characters, it has to be Mickey Mouse! Alongside songs like “It’s a Small World,” the “Mickey Mouse March” is considered one of the signature Disney tunes—and it’s a big favorite among children learning piano! The melody stays within a single octave, and the hand position changes aren’t complicated, so even beginners can try it with ease.
The key to this piece is its bouncy, exciting rhythm! Before focusing on perfect pitch accuracy, try prioritizing your sense of rhythm and enjoy the feel of the music.
Disney Park 'It's a Small World'The Sherman Brothers
“It’s a Small World,” the theme song of the Disney Parks attraction “it’s a small world,” has continued to be loved around the world.
Many of you may remember singing it at school when you were little.
Its simple yet exciting melody pairs perfectly with a gentle piano tone.
It’s a good idea to first get comfortable playing both hands using just the right-hand melody and left-hand bass, then gradually add accompaniment.
Practice while enjoying the feeling of going on an adventure!
Winnie the PoohThe Sherman Brothers
Winnie the Pooh, a healing Disney character loved around the world.
Its theme song, “Winnie the Pooh,” is a classic cherished not only by Disney fans but by many people.
The gentle, heartwarming atmosphere of the song evokes Pooh’s kind way of speaking and adorable character, expressed through the repetition of a simple melody.
The arrangement is designed so even beginners can play it without difficulty, so try performing it with a gentle, soft tone while imagining Pooh, beloved by his friends in the forest!
Baroque HoedownPerrey & Kingsley
Baroque Hoedown,” the familiar theme song of Disneyland’s signature “Electrical Parade.” If you’re a Disney fan, just hearing the opening probably makes you itch with excitement, doesn’t it? Although its lively rhythm and tempo can make it seem difficult, the main theme’s melody actually stays within a single octave, so it’s easy for beginners to play on the piano.
Get a score with minimal leaps and a simple rhythmic accompaniment, and start practicing at a slow tempo right away!
Cinderella: “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo.”Al Hoffman／Mack David
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo,” the insert song from Disney’s classic film Cinderella, is sung in the scene where the Fairy Godmother casts a spell on Cinderella, who is crying after her dress is torn.
Listening to the spell chanted over the cheerful melody somehow lifts your spirits.
Although the rhythm sounds intricate and challenging, the melody can actually be played within a single octave! Imagine the fairy deftly wielding her magic wand, and try playing the repeated notes and dotted rhythms with a light touch.