🎹 Week 5: Where Do My Hands Go?
By now, your student has learned a few songs—and they might be starting to explore new pieces on their own. That’s exciting... but it also leads to one of the most common beginner challenges:
“I don’t know where my hands are supposed to go!”
This week, we’re helping both students and parents confidently find Middle C, understand finger numbers, and set up proper starting hand positions.
🎥 Video: “Where Do My Hands Go? Finding Middle C + Starting Notes”
📺 In this video, Paul explains:
“I don’t know where my hands are supposed to go!”
This week, we’re helping both students and parents confidently find Middle C, understand finger numbers, and set up proper starting hand positions.
🎥 Video: “Where Do My Hands Go? Finding Middle C + Starting Notes”
📺 In this video, Paul explains:
- How to find Middle C using black key patterns
- What finger numbers mean (thumb is 1, pinky is 5)
- How to match what the music says to the keys on the piano
- How parents can guide this without feeling overwhelmed
✅ Quick Tips:
💬 Need Extra Help?
This is one of the most common early hurdles—and it’s easy to fix.
Send us a picture of your student’s music, or text us with a quick question. We’re happy to send a short video showing exactly where to start.
📱 Text us at 912-216-5053 or reply to any of our emails.
- Look for groups of 2 black keys—Middle C is just to the left of the group of 2 in the center of the keyboard
- Check the music for starting finger numbers—it often says “1 on C”
- Use the binder and book markings as clues
- If your student is confused, rewatch the video—or ask us for a demo!
💬 Need Extra Help?
This is one of the most common early hurdles—and it’s easy to fix.
Send us a picture of your student’s music, or text us with a quick question. We’re happy to send a short video showing exactly where to start.
📱 Text us at 912-216-5053 or reply to any of our emails.