Social PianoHow to learn Maple Leaf Rag
This is a complete concert piece. Split it into short sections, loop each one at a slow tempo and practise the hands separately. Speed up only when a section is clean, then join the sections together.
- Composer
- Scott Joplin
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Length
- 2:26
- Notes
- 2,566
- Tempo
- 100 BPM
- Hands
- Both hands
Frequently asked questions
Is Maple Leaf Rag hard to play on piano?
Maple Leaf Rag is rated advanced. It is a complete piece with fast passages and large leaps; practise it slowly in short sections first.
Can I learn Maple Leaf Rag without reading sheet music?
Yes. The falling notes show which key to press and when, so you can learn Maple Leaf Rag by following the keyboard. Play with your computer keyboard, a touch screen or a MIDI keyboard.
Is it free to play Maple Leaf Rag?
Yes. Maple Leaf Rag and the whole song library are free to play in your browser and in the Android app.