Disney Classics on Piano: A Curated Selection of Easy Pieces, Perfect for Recitals
Disney songs full of dreams are loved across generations along with their stories.
They’re often performed on a variety of instruments, especially the piano, and many people think, “I want to play them too!”
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended Disney songs that are easy to play on the piano.
We’ve gathered pieces that are approachable even for those who have never played piano before—songs with a relaxed tempo, rhythms that aren’t overly complex, and tunes frequently featured in beginner-friendly sheet music.
They’re also great for recitals, so pick your favorite and give it a try!
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- Disney Classics on Piano: A Curated Selection of Easy Pieces, Perfect for Recitals
Disney Classics on Piano: A Curated Selection of Easy Pieces Perfect for Recitals (21–30)
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.
Bright FutureAlan Menken

“I See the Light,” sung by Rapunzel as she lives confined in the tower.
Filled with hope, this beautiful song dreams of a radiant future spent together after meeting someone special.
It was composed by Alan Menken, the renowned composer behind many Disney classics, including “A Whole New World.” The song’s romantic atmosphere pairs perfectly with the gentle timbre of the piano.
By connecting the notes smoothly to create a grand sense of scale, you can fully capture the original’s mood even with an easy arrangement!
Toy Story 2 "When She Loved Me"Sarah McLachlan

The jewel-like ballad from Disney’s Toy Story 2, sung by Sarah McLachlan—renowned for her translucent vocals—features a beautifully haunting melody that quietly seeps into the heart.
Produced in 1999, the film gently weaves the delicate bond between toys and humans, masterfully portraying universal themes of parting through growth and the loss of cherished memories.
With a calm, piano-centered arrangement and an elegant melodic line, its richly emotional sound world makes it a piece you can savor while practicing slowly and exploring musical expression.
Because the melody stays within a single octave, it’s perfect for taking your time with the score.
It’s a masterpiece I highly recommend to music lovers who admire the world of Disney works.
You are my friend.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.
The Lion King - Can You Feel the Love TonightElton John

It’s a Disney classic that magnificently captures the serene beauty of the night and the harmony of love.
While the chorus swells and deeply resonates, the melody stays within a single octave, weaving a moving story into its gentle tone.
The journey of a lonely heart being healed by love is portrayed alongside a tender melody, and its charm can be fully conveyed even on the piano.
Winning both an Academy Award and a Grammy in 1994, this piece is used in a pivotal scene at the film’s climax, memorably expressing the protagonist’s emotional growth.
With its simple melodic line and heartwarming story, it’s a perfect choice for anyone looking to play it on the piano.
For the First Time in ForeverKristen Anderson-Lopez/Robert Lopez

In the movie Frozen, the song For the First Time in Forever is sung by the sisters Elsa and Anna.
It plays during a pivotal scene in the story that contrasts Anna’s joy at finally being able to go outside with Elsa’s prayer to get through the coronation without incident so no one discovers her powers.
Until the chorus, the notes are quick and the rhythm is somewhat complex, but the chorus itself uses broad phrases with fewer notes and a narrower range, making it approachable even for those who have just begun learning to read music.
Rather than fixating on playing the whole piece in order, why not start by practicing the easier-to-play chorus?
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-BooAl 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.





