Social PianoHow to learn Frère Jacques
Start with the right hand and turn on wait mode, so the song pauses until you press the right key. When the melody feels comfortable, add the left hand and play along at full speed.
- Composer
- Traditional
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Length
- 0:17
- Notes
- 32
- Tempo
- 112 BPM
- Hands
- Right hand
Frequently asked questions
Is Frère Jacques hard to play on piano?
Frère Jacques is rated easy. It uses only a few keys and a steady rhythm, so it is a good song for beginners.
Can I learn Frère Jacques without reading sheet music?
Yes. The falling notes show which key to press and when, so you can learn Frère Jacques by following the keyboard. Play with your computer keyboard, a touch screen or a MIDI keyboard.
Is it free to play Frère Jacques?
Yes. Frère Jacques and the whole song library are free to play in your browser and in the Android app.