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Elise Varden is the pen name of PianoPace's editor. She writes for adults who are starting piano later in life: plain-English guides to chords, playing by ear and short daily practice routines, plus candid reviews of piano courses and apps.

Pianoforall Review: An Honest Look for Adult Beginners

October 31, 2026 by Elise Varden

An honest Pianoforall review from a teacher’s view: what’s included, price, free trial, guarantee, pros and cons, and who the course suits best.

Categories Courses, Apps & Reviews

Piano Scales for Beginners: What to Learn First and How to Practise

October 31, 2026 by Elise Varden

Piano scales for beginners made simple: which scales to learn first, correct fingering for both hands, a five-minute daily routine and common mistakes.

Categories Practice & Technique

Easy Songs to Learn on Piano (With Notes and Chords)

October 31, 2026 by Elise Varden

Easy songs to learn on piano for beginners, with letter-name melodies and simple chords, from Ode to Joy to Amazing Grace, plus tips to learn faster.

Categories Songs & Sheet Music

How to Play Piano by Ear: A Beginner’s Guide

October 31, 2026 by Elise Varden

Learn how to play piano by ear step by step: train your ear, find the melody, work out the chords and practise with simple exercises for beginners.

Categories Playing by Ear

How to Learn Piano Chords: A Simple Method for Beginners

October 31, 2026 by Elise Varden

How to learn piano chords the easy way: build major and minor chords, which chords to learn first, smooth chord changes and simple practice ideas.

Categories Chords & Theory

How to Teach Yourself Piano: A Step-by-Step Plan

October 31, 2026 by Elise Varden

Learn how to teach yourself piano with a clear step-by-step plan: what to learn first, how to practise, useful resources and mistakes to avoid.

Categories Teach Yourself Piano

How Long Does It Take to Learn Piano? Realistic Timelines for Adults

October 31, 2026 by Elise Varden

How long does it take to learn piano as an adult? Realistic timelines for each stage, what speeds progress up and how much to practise each day.

Categories Getting Started

Recent Posts

  • Pianoforall Review: An Honest Look for Adult Beginners
  • Piano Scales for Beginners: What to Learn First and How to Practise
  • Easy Songs to Learn on Piano (With Notes and Chords)
  • How to Play Piano by Ear: A Beginner’s Guide
  • How to Learn Piano Chords: A Simple Method for Beginners
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