What are the 4 EASIEST Chords to Learn on Piano in C Major?

How to Play the 1, 4, 5, and 6 Chords in C Major — Beginner Piano Lesson

Welcome to Pops Piano Bench! I’m Larry — better known as Pops — and today we’re starting right where every new pianist should begin: learning the 1, 4, 5, and 6 chords in the key of C major.

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to learn piano, but I have no idea where to start,” you’re in the right place. Chords are the foundation of almost every song you’ll ever play—pop, worship, country, classic rock, you name it. Once you learn these four chords, you can play SO many songs, even as a complete beginner.

In this easy, step-by-step tutorial, I’ll show you:
• What the 1, 4, 5, and 6 chords are
• How to find them quickly
• How to play them smoothly
• And how to start using them to play real music right away

My heart behind this channel is simple: I love helping my grandkids, friends, and anyone who wants to finally sit down and learn the piano. Whether you’re a true beginner or someone returning to music after years away, you can learn this. I’ll guide you every step of the way.

👉 What You’ll Learn in This Video
• Beginner chords in the key of C
• How chord numbers work
• How to practice simple chord progressions
• How to build confidence at the piano—fast

🎧 Ideal For
• Adult beginners
• Anyone who “always wanted to learn” but didn’t know where to start
• Musicians who know theory but want to translate it to piano
• Kids learning at home with a parent or grandparent

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—Pops 🎹