Best Easy Disney Piano Songs for Piano Beginners with Music

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If you’re searching for easy piano songs that your little pianist will love, you’ve come to the right place!

Finding piano music for beginners that is written at precisely the right level can be confusing.

But playing their favorite Disney songs might just be the thing that keeps your child engaged with learning to play the piano.

Sure, it’s important to learn the basics of note names, rhythms, and everything their teacher wants them to know.

But it’s so much more fun to learn while playing their favorite songs!

So stick with me as I guide you toward finding easy piano arrangements for your little pianist!

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My Piano Background

I started piano lessons at the age of 7 and will never profess to be a perfect student.

In fact, I’m pretty sure I drove my teacher crazy with my terrible practice habits and lack of progress!

It wasn’t that I didn’t want to learn.

Quite the opposite.

I basically only wanted to play the music that intrigued me.

Despite my lackluster practice, I eventually studied piano in college and graduated with a baccalaureate degree in music.

Although my full-time career took a different path, I remain passionate about the piano and continue playing piano and organ in several local churches.

I’ve also recently resumed studying to become a piano technician and have taken on a beginner piano student.

As a mom of 3, I can relate to trying to find equipment, lessons, etc., for kids interested in a hobby about which you know nothing.

Thus, I want to bring you resources for finding easy Disney songs for your beginner student, even if you know nothing about the piano.

And if you’re curious about my piano skills, check out this fairly recent video of me performing one of my favorite Chopin nocturnes!

Best Easy Disney Songs for Beginners

Without further ado, let’s get into it!

Books

Playtime Piano Disney – Level 1 (Faber method series)

This collection of popular songs integrates nicely into the Faber method series, a series beloved by piano teachers everywhere for its simplicity and educational value.

Opt for this one if your child is playing at level 1 of this series.

This collection features Disney favorites such as “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” from The Lion King, “A Spoonful of Sugar” from Mary Poppins, and “Part of Your World” from Little Mermaid.

Newer songs featured in this book include “Remember Me (Ernesto de la Cruz)” from Coco and “Let it Go” from Frozen.

Even if your child is utilizing a different method book, if they are at level 1 of the series, this book will likely be at the appropriate level.

Disney Super Easy Songbook

This next one includes a right-hand melody line featuring note names, which can be helpful for beginner piano students.

Instead of writing out the left-hand part, it includes basic chord charts, so it is a nice early introduction to playing with lead sheets.

With that being said, fitting the left and right hands together may be confusing for some kids, so I would suggest saving this book for either older beginner kids or discussing how to incorporate these songs into regular lessons with your child’s teacher.

This book can also be a fun introduction to improvisation.

Still, the book has some fun songs, including the romantic ballad “You’ll Be in My Heart (pop version)” from Tarzan and popularized by Phil Collins, “Circle of Life” from The Lion King, and my personal favorite, “Colors of the Wind” from Pocahontas.

First 50 Disney Songs You Should Play on the Piano

The last collection of easiest piano songs I’ll cover in the post would best be saved for the late beginner.

Although this book contains simple melodies and includes chord names, it also writes out the left-hand parts.

But with the included chord names, this great collection lets your late beginner have the flexibility to add chord tones or make the left hand as complex as they’d like.

This collection includes fun hits such as “Cruella de Vil” from 101 Dalmatians, “You’re Welcome” from Moana, and “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from Toy Story.

It also includes soulful masterpieces from the iconic Elton John and Tim Rice collab such as “Written in the Stars” from Aida and “If I Never Knew You” from Pocahontas.

All in all, this is a solid collection of fun Disney songs that are great for the late beginner, especially under the guidance of a piano teacher.

Sheet Music

Although music books are great because they include so many different songs, buying individual pieces can be a great option if your child has a specific song they want to learn.

One of the best resources for purchasing this type of music is Musicnotes.

Collection: 7 Classic Disney Songs from The Lion King

If your little one loves The Lion King, then this one is for you!

This fun collection of songs includes fairly simple rhythms and melody lines designed for beginners to play.

It also includes the lyrics so your aspiring musician can sing along!

“Zero to Hero” from Hercules

This Disney classic is a fun one!

The sheet music for this song includes a right-hand melody with note names.

The one caveat about this one is that it includes several flats, a concept with which beginners might not be familiar.

It also includes the chord names so your artist can make up their left-hand patterns.

If you opt for this one, I recommend working with your child’s teacher to introduce the piece to them because of the flats and the lack of written-out left-hand accompaniment.

“Yo Ho A Pirate’s Life for Me” from Pirates of the Caribbean

And this last one is from one of my favorite movie series ever!

It’s a fun tribute to the silver screen blockbuster.

Again, it is best to work with your child’s teacher to introduce the piece so your child understands all the ins and outs of playing the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age can I start my child in piano lessons?

Piano teachers sometimes have different thoughts on the best age to start lessons.

If your child has a solid reading start, consider starting piano lessons.

However, kids mature at different rates, so even if your child has started reading, they may not have the maturity to sit through a 30-minute lesson.

Some teachers are skilled in taking younger children and incorporating them into early learning music classes.

However, the child should have a solid foundation in reading and be able to mostly sit through a 30-minute lesson.

Where is the best place to find piano lessons for my child?

The Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) is a great place to start your search for a qualified teacher in your area.

This organization consists of membership for teachers who have demonstrated their ability to provide a quality instructional experience.

You can search their teacher database by clicking here.

And if you’re looking for more information, check out my previous post, How to Find the Right Piano Teacher for You.

How often should my child practice the piano?

Some teachers insist that daily practice is necessary.

And I’m not saying that haphazard practice habits will get you to Carnegie Hall.

But most kids don’t have a goal of becoming a concert pianist.

Most kids are fascinated by music and display at least a low level of curiosity about how they can make music themselves.

Fostering a love of music is way more important than getting into arguments with your child about practicing.

If you’re curious to learn more about my practice philosophies and helpful practice tips for kids, check out my previous post, The Ultimate Guide to Getting Your Kids to Practice Piano.

Do I have to buy a piano in order for my child to take piano lessons?

Yes. But it doesn’t have to be fancy!

Check out my previous post, 5 Best Piano Keyboards for Beginner Kids, for my recommendations.

If you’re leaning more toward a digital piano, check out this recent post for recommendations.

Final Thoughts

I hope this post has given you ideas on fun Disney music for your little piano player!

Although learning to play an instrument has many serious aspects, it should also be fun.

And by finding fun music for your child, you’ll help foster a lifelong love of music!

If you’re looking for more resources to help your young pianist succeed, check out these previous posts:

Best Easy Disney Piano Songs for Piano Beginners with Music

My Piano Background