How to play IMAGINE - John Lennon Piano Accompaniment Chords Tutorial

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  • @BitesizePiano
    @BitesizePiano  5 років тому +33

    *The Bitesize Piano Course:* BitesizePianoCourse.co.uk
    Imagine Sheet Music: www.musicnotes.com/l/gGrMJ
    Imagine chords and lyrics: www.bitesizepiano.co.uk/imagine-john-lennon-piano-chords-and-lyrics/

    • @phibakorislanongbri5040
      @phibakorislanongbri5040 5 років тому

      Can you please play hallelujah song by Leonard Cohen ?

    • @509cheryl
      @509cheryl 4 роки тому

      I’m not sure how to signup?

    • @lphyphenb
      @lphyphenb 4 роки тому

      can you do a tutorial for Mac Miller 'Dunno' Spotify Single?

    • @joanacffaria
      @joanacffaria 4 роки тому

      Love your tutorials! Can you please teach Flame Twin by Norah Jones? I love that song! Thank you

    • @sirijohnssonschon3848
      @sirijohnssonschon3848 3 роки тому

      I would love a tutorial for Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da. I can't find any that's accurate, and I really love your videos:)

  • @kenwolf6293
    @kenwolf6293 4 роки тому +81

    I came across so many different ways of playing this..but it sounds like the original and I will go with this..ty for clear concise tuition

  • @wookieezzz2551
    @wookieezzz2551 3 роки тому +77

    This is exactly what I was looking for. Lot's of the other tutorials play John's vocals in the right where as this one is just the chords which is awesome

    • @antoniomoreno3896
      @antoniomoreno3896 3 роки тому +11

      Always add the word accompaniment to avoid such videos :)

    • @zantas-handle
      @zantas-handle 2 роки тому +3

      @@antoniomoreno3896 Thank you for that tip!!

    • @just2roommatez
      @just2roommatez 2 роки тому +2

      @@antoniomoreno3896 thank you so much, I have been playing piano on and off for 12 years now and didn’t know that was a thing

  • @cannabis1490
    @cannabis1490 6 місяців тому +2

    You have made many, many, many people's dreams of playing the piano come to life!!!!!
    I don't think you understand the depth of what you do for us!
    People can now play and sing along in a short time bc of your talent that you've FREELY shared with us!!!!
    May all YOUR dreams come to life! Love fr Jamaica.

  • @dmc949
    @dmc949 5 років тому +16

    Thank you so much? You explain everything at a slow pace with the notes above. Best lessons on youtube.

    • @BitesizePiano
      @BitesizePiano  5 років тому +3

      Thank you, and you're very welcome :)

  • @dawnwick4599
    @dawnwick4599 3 роки тому +6

    Dear Francesca
    Thank you for this beautiful piece of music. I am a self taught adult ( old) beginner. I have been practising this for the past 3 weeks and am pleased I can play it - just need to improve in a smoother transition between the different sections. Working on it.. thank you sooo much. You are an awesome teacher..

  • @williamcammack9552
    @williamcammack9552 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @Merlinkhoo1959
    @Merlinkhoo1959 Рік тому

    Thanks

  • @lukeraisch
    @lukeraisch Рік тому +1

    Thanks I just learned the whole song with an hour and a half worth of work 🎉 10/10

  • @bassmike6216
    @bassmike6216 4 місяці тому

    Again, thx for this ! For the life of me, couldn't figure the right way to play the chorus. Peace to you and yours ❤

  • @jackk7310
    @jackk7310 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve watched every Imagine piano tutorial on UA-cam several times and you are definitely the best teacher. A separate graphic of the keys would be helpful but even without it you’re the best. Thank you.

    • @BitesizePiano
      @BitesizePiano  2 роки тому +2

      It’s very clearly shown, heard and explained which keys I’m playing. Piano keys don’t light up when pressed, and it’s frustrating that too many people are reliant on that :/
      Implementing another program to show light up keys would take up more editing time (and money!), and I want to keep my tutorials free 🎹

  • @ianabroad
    @ianabroad 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you showing us how to play what is probably the greatest song for piano of all time x

  • @resolutionfife
    @resolutionfife Рік тому

    Best piano teacher, The way you break it down to allow you to grasp the melody is fantastic as it gives you an understanding of the way it should ge played, Once mastered you can then put your own spin on the way you play. Which you pick up a lot easier. Slows it down to allow you to understand the chords. Credit to you.

  • @neilryan1782
    @neilryan1782 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much for this I'm back playing piano after 25 years because of you and your videos

  • @janiceh.45
    @janiceh.45 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much! I don't understand why there are dislikes here, it's exactly how it is played, much appreciated @BitesizePiano. Great teacher, so far I'm onto my 5th song, not bad because I don't play often.

    • @RealStacyShow
      @RealStacyShow 7 місяців тому

      There are some things that she doesn’t explain - or that are confusing.
      Like dropping the g# b accent off the end of the verse. Or how in the left hand of the bridge, the screen shows “f f-e e-d d-c C-G ..” but she only plays the C one time, not twice.
      But all in all, if you have a decent ear and stick with it, ppl will figure it out and it is nicely done.

  • @tristant5498
    @tristant5498 2 роки тому +1

    Decided randomly today to get back on the keys and try it out for the first time in a few years. This tutorial was the first one I found, knowing Imagine would be an easier one to pick up on, and it could not have been more helpful! Unsure if this is the original arrangement or not, but I loved learning again regardless. This has encouraged me to pick up playing as a habit again!!! Thank you!

  • @jonathan-livingstone-acoustic
    @jonathan-livingstone-acoustic 10 місяців тому

    This is the first song I learned using this brilliant tutorial. So easy to follow I was playing the song the day I got my piano and was getting competent soon after. I don't usually bother with video YT tutorials and struggle to follow them, but Francesca's method is unique and suitable for all I think.

  • @mario__4366
    @mario__4366 3 роки тому +2

    you are the best teacher, always sounds exactly as the original!

  • @ignacionowakowski3406
    @ignacionowakowski3406 4 роки тому +1

    I am indeed grateful, i had to learn this quickly for my grandfather's birthay surprise song with my uncles! He likes this one a lot

  • @citizenkane146
    @citizenkane146 3 роки тому +1

    As someone who has recently returned to piano after many years of guitar, your tutorials are a fantastic way to learn. Really enjoying the content.

  • @MrRicksheldon
    @MrRicksheldon Рік тому

    I think the way you teach a song is very rewarding. I have been playing Imagine all this time wrong. So thank you. I will definitely be listening for more. Its a great learning tool. Again Thank you Rick

  • @vicpasta1
    @vicpasta1 3 роки тому +4

    I’d love for you to do a lesson on playing rainbow connection.

  • @edevanirsilva32
    @edevanirsilva32 4 роки тому +8

    I really love your playing. My heart becomes softly when I listen to you playing, Please keep it. God bless you.

  • @dougwood6659
    @dougwood6659 2 роки тому

    Thank you for all your really helpful tutorials, the way you explain the LH & RH and then both together makes it easy to follow and understand and very accessible regardless of what level the viewer is, much appreciated

  • @nym.udianaidabagus3415
    @nym.udianaidabagus3415 3 роки тому +1

    Learning from Bali Indonesia... Enjoyed it very much. Thanks a lot

    • @BitesizePiano
      @BitesizePiano  3 роки тому +1

      You're most welcome!

    • @nym.udianaidabagus3415
      @nym.udianaidabagus3415 3 роки тому

      I am in, if you do not mind WA no. +6287860677067....I really appreciate it if we can be im touch... Thanks

  • @israelsackey9045
    @israelsackey9045 2 роки тому +1

    thanks for slow clear showing of notes and chords. Looking forward to playing this more complicated version for friends.

  • @chrislemagne3997
    @chrislemagne3997 4 роки тому

    tnanks you for this lesson. i am french (51 years and beginner) this is very cool and i like your channel..becareful to you and continues it s very cool ..thanks

  • @peterstarling5796
    @peterstarling5796 3 роки тому +1

    Never thought I’d be able to play piano but love your tutorials……. Sooooo grateful!!!!!! Thank you so much

  • @Knotbythebook
    @Knotbythebook 3 роки тому +2

    you are absolutely amazing! thank you so much for everything you do here! the slow walkthrough tutorials along with the music sheets!!! It means the world

  • @embervine
    @embervine 8 місяців тому

    This is the most authentic sounding version to date I have found. And great instruction ❤

  • @andielliott7721
    @andielliott7721 2 роки тому

    Loved your Let It Be Tutorial...ready for another.

  • @Vivid-decoratingservices
    @Vivid-decoratingservices 4 роки тому +32

    Great lesson. I really appreciate this video as I've been trying to learn this song for awhile but this is well taught at a beginner friendly pace and with a great teacher. Thanks.

  • @Healmyheart68
    @Healmyheart68 5 років тому +1

    your tutorials are just the thing that the singer pianist needs!! kudos to you Francesca...keep them coming...:)

  • @drjimmy73
    @drjimmy73 3 роки тому

    I have watched every tutorial of this song on youtube and yours is by far the best. Thank you!

  • @yvonnegraham9409
    @yvonnegraham9409 Рік тому

    You’re an excellent teacher! So easy to follow your method!

  • @kaybuechmann
    @kaybuechmann 5 років тому +1

    Great support for beginners! Easy to learn, no boring exercises. You made my day!

  • @johnedwardpiano
    @johnedwardpiano 2 роки тому

    I would love it if you did more John Lennon songs. Jealous guy, watching the wheels, woman, working class hero, and many more. I love all your videos

  • @bosslhee
    @bosslhee 2 роки тому +1

    I loved the way to teach. Thank you so much. For me, you are simply the best teacher piano I ever followed ❤️ ♥️ 💖 thank you for sharing your talents with us 😍😘 God bless you more!! I won't skip the ads, and that's the only way I can you.

  • @mimilynn3669
    @mimilynn3669 3 роки тому +2

    I don’t believe I’ve ever seen anyone play this song with perfect finger placement as you did. You’ve helped me learn my favorite song from John Lennon. Thank you so much. I look forward to future selections from you. May I request Against the Wind by Bob Seger? Thanks again.

  • @shoney61
    @shoney61 2 роки тому

    Fantastic ! Thank you.I bought myself a keyboard and have been looking for tutorials this is brilliant I could play it within an hour.You have a nice voice too

  • @balacv02
    @balacv02 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial

  • @barbarabernard2566
    @barbarabernard2566 3 місяці тому

    Je viens de commencer aujourd'hui tout est ludique. Merci pour les explications et la partition très facile à comprendre.
    Je n ai plus qu à m entraîner pour finir la chanson et je reviendrai vers vous pour un abonnement car parmi tous les tuttos que j ai trouvé, c est le votre the Best !! For me!!!

  • @stevemarson
    @stevemarson 3 роки тому

    Great and clear video, as a newbie I' appreciate just a little more time and clarity on your suggestions for which fingers to use where

  • @wilfredricarte2061
    @wilfredricarte2061 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the wonderful chords.

  • @marcellef8302
    @marcellef8302 8 місяців тому

    Excellent teaching method. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent. This is my favorite song 🎵

  • @jamiedoull154
    @jamiedoull154 Рік тому

    Oh this is just fantastic, thank you!
    Like a good few others here, I'm just starting out, and this was one of first songs I wanted to Learn.
    2 days of practice and I've got all the parts down, just need to sync my left and right hands a bit better, and I'm golden.
    This is by far the best tutorial of the many I've gone through on UA-cam.
    Shall be rummaging your back catalogue now! 😂
    Thank you so much.
    You're a wonderful teacher.

  • @wmlam6173
    @wmlam6173 4 роки тому +1

    Your tutorial is the best, thanks heaps

  • @kanavsingh9266
    @kanavsingh9266 4 роки тому

    Hands down best tutorials on UA-cam

  • @michelleschackart7873
    @michelleschackart7873 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for all the work you put into your videos. Iv tried other instructors but I learn quickly and accurately with you. I appreciate you so much and can't thank you enough !!!

  • @mariocg
    @mariocg 2 роки тому

    Hi!! Francesca...I love your "how to play" !!!!! thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @peterwalker1736
    @peterwalker1736 2 роки тому +2

    Hey up Francesca, brilliant tutorial. Really straightforward to follow thanks. Is it possible to do a tutorial for " Bridge over troubled water " Many thanks

  • @rosemarythomasz2555
    @rosemarythomasz2555 4 роки тому

    Great teacher, explained so well and slowly for a beginner. Thank you very much.

  • @rb8058
    @rb8058 Рік тому

    Fantastic tutorial. And great explanations.
    Would love to see you tackle other Lennon compositions like Free as a Bird or Jealous Guy. Keep it up!

  • @AnaLopez-ug2wf
    @AnaLopez-ug2wf Рік тому

    Best tutorial of Imagine! Thank you!

  • @walksthedesert
    @walksthedesert Рік тому

    Your method leaves the others in the dust well done

  • @ziggystarship8440
    @ziggystarship8440 Рік тому

    This is so good! I'm new to seriously learning piano and feel i can actually play after digging in to learn this. A great channel

  • @mimiakbarzadeh7628
    @mimiakbarzadeh7628 3 роки тому

    This is a fantastic tutorial!!!!! Thqnk you!!

  • @manjushamanjusha
    @manjushamanjusha 5 років тому +12

    I was able to learn the intro in an hour. Thank you so much ❤️

  • @ezkeed1023
    @ezkeed1023 2 роки тому

    This helped me so much thank you so much

  • @Editing72337
    @Editing72337 5 років тому +2

    This is by far the best and easiest tutorial on youtube thank you!! Suscribed now 🙂. Now a great request would be Pink Floyd Nobody home !!

  • @alicepikachu6940
    @alicepikachu6940 4 роки тому +1

    thank you! I feel like playing this song more than ever

  • @danilonool6107
    @danilonool6107 3 роки тому

    Thanks ..you are a great teacher

  • @nadakarina6679
    @nadakarina6679 5 років тому +7

    Ahh i love your tuts, its very easy to follow❤️❤️ Btw can you please do Shiver by Lucy Rose??

  • @alinesenra7182
    @alinesenra7182 3 роки тому

    Awesome tutorial! Thank you! You're a great teacher

  • @phillipglass5844
    @phillipglass5844 4 роки тому +10

    I really like the way you break down the parts. I’m new to playing piano and you’ve helped me get comfortable with several songs (Hey Jude, Let it be, Imagine). Thank you! I heard Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys play “God Only Knows”. To my untrained ear, it sounded like it could be “BiteSized”. What do you think?

  • @mayprabhu2905
    @mayprabhu2905 4 роки тому +1

    Everything is so well explained and easy to pickup. Thank you.

  • @baptiste2502
    @baptiste2502 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you! You're amazing!! Don't stop!!💜

  • @charlesmillis4445
    @charlesmillis4445 Рік тому

    I finally got it. Thanks.

  • @rachelk3342
    @rachelk3342 3 роки тому +3

    this was so helpful and so well explained- thank you :)))

    • @BitesizePiano
      @BitesizePiano  3 роки тому +1

      You're very welcome, glad you found it helpful!

  • @johnmcdonald4125
    @johnmcdonald4125 2 роки тому

    FRANCESCO..your BRILL..I love the sound of your 'voice'....

  • @PaphapanSB
    @PaphapanSB 5 років тому +5

    Beautiful

  • @williammarin3456
    @williammarin3456 4 роки тому +3

    This is super helpful! Thank you!!!!! Much love 💕

  • @allgood6760
    @allgood6760 3 роки тому

    TIMELESS song.! .. thank you for your help from New Zealand🎹 👍🇳🇿❤️

  • @marbryanryan
    @marbryanryan 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this. Its the first piece i have learned. I love you ❤️❤️❤️

  • @barbarabernard2566
    @barbarabernard2566 3 місяці тому

    Merci beaucoup vous expliquez très bien 🎉❤

  • @yudipitre5720
    @yudipitre5720 4 роки тому

    Thank you first time I see your video. I can get it better now You doing it slowly it helps beginners. Great

    • @yudipitre5720
      @yudipitre5720 4 роки тому

      I can't wait to i learn this . I must to do.

  • @mariafemieposadas4970
    @mariafemieposadas4970 3 роки тому

    Thank you very much ..the best eveR tutorial..God bless you more!!!!

  • @Pepsicolandia
    @Pepsicolandia 4 роки тому

    Very good teacher , im learning alot thanks to you

  • @glennuy9777
    @glennuy9777 4 роки тому +8

    Can you please do ‘All I Ask’ by Adele piano tutorial. Much appreciated. Thank you!

  • @helohalo3318
    @helohalo3318 Рік тому

    Thank you for the very good explanation.

  • @giovanniguzzo2911
    @giovanniguzzo2911 5 років тому +2

    Sei davvero brava......... ottima insegnante. Grazie davvero.

    • @happyditto9895
      @happyditto9895 4 роки тому

      You are really good ......... excellent teacher. Thank you very much. traslation

  • @quadceratops7950
    @quadceratops7950 4 роки тому +1

    U are doing awesome and thanks so much for helping me!

    • @BitesizePiano
      @BitesizePiano  4 роки тому +1

      I'm pleased my videos are helping :)

  • @adriandrake4208
    @adriandrake4208 11 місяців тому

    You always get it so right❤️

  • @snigdhshourya4476
    @snigdhshourya4476 3 роки тому

    Thank You didi for the amazing tutorial

  • @lianaenbey
    @lianaenbey 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this! I skimmed through your other videos and I am loving your song selections. Many that I would like to learn. Thanks for the bites💜

  • @davidoneill913
    @davidoneill913 2 роки тому

    Brilliant tutorial thank you 😊😊

  • @Trootsbloxplayzthemetalfan
    @Trootsbloxplayzthemetalfan 3 роки тому +1

    Will you do
    Mighty wings from Top Gun

  • @silverstraveladventures230
    @silverstraveladventures230 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing - Simple and great!👍

  • @srv7464
    @srv7464 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much‼️I love it❣️^^

  • @m3l_i
    @m3l_i 5 років тому +10

    I would really love to if you'll make tutorial on how to play Now and Then by John Lennon

  • @jean.jeanpariat875
    @jean.jeanpariat875 4 роки тому

    Thanks for making it easier to understand

  • @nym.udianaidabagus3415
    @nym.udianaidabagus3415 3 роки тому

    Need to know Ms. Murray personaly for tutorial.... Great job....

  • @kenwolf6293
    @kenwolf6293 4 роки тому +1

    I wish having heard the snippet of your voice you had sang through this wonderful lesson..it would help immensely with the timing etc but regardless I'm working my way through it..apart from Jingle Bells this is the first song for me on keyboard..wish I started yrs ago I do however play guitar and write my own songs as I have already written one on keyboard ha ha..unlike you I don't sing that well..stay well and again ty

    • @BitesizePiano
      @BitesizePiano  4 роки тому

      I began singing in my tutorials shortly after this one! Due to feeling a little self-conscious about it (I receive awful comments about my voice sometimes!).

    • @kenwolf6293
      @kenwolf6293 4 роки тому

      @@BitesizePiano sorry only just saw this..yes people can be cruel I've never understood why..I until covid ran an open mic Fretz and I encourage everyone because it's nice to do so..I've put a few songs I wrote on UA-cam and on FB and I know I can sing well but it's about the lyrics and I also stopped writing songs and sharing them because of this..but young lady never give them the satisfaction. Sing your heart out because I thought it beautiful and I am sure others do too..x

  • @glengernat-hx9cw
    @glengernat-hx9cw Рік тому +1

    I m 68 bought my first piano keyboard , this is the first song I’m learning. I’m a guitar player , but a total beginner on piano, your slow tut helps me so Thank u absolutely beautiful ❤

  • @johnedwardpiano
    @johnedwardpiano 2 роки тому

    At around the 8:00 mark you show the octave pattern F F-E E-D D-C C-G GG but I can't tell when to play them. I can't figure out how to incorporate it with the right hand doing the AC-F and FAC-D and BD-G. I have tried to watch your hands but still confused. I wish you had stacked them on the screen with blue and orange like some of your other videos. It's still a wonderful tutorial. I am just stuck on that part. Thank you for all the time and effort you out into these very informative and easy to follow instructions

  • @mikeuk1954
    @mikeuk1954 4 роки тому

    Learning so much from you Francesca and now adding this one to my to do list.
    Thanks. You make it so easy to follow.

  • @davaakhuuyanjinbal9159
    @davaakhuuyanjinbal9159 4 роки тому +1

    Ooh nice tutorial ❤️

  • @geertdewachter3581
    @geertdewachter3581 2 роки тому

    I'm going to try your method. Honestly I didn't played piano before.

  • @olivia.102
    @olivia.102 5 років тому +2

    Thank you so much!

  • @leahyodico9818
    @leahyodico9818 2 роки тому

    Good morning Francesca!
    Is it possible to make a tutorial for Love song by Adelle? It's a beautiful song; I would like to sing it again with my own piano accompaniment.
    Thank you