Learning piano can seem daunting at first, especially for young children. Memorizing the notes, learning to sight-read and building muscle memory are all important parts of playing piano. However, for beginners it can sometimes feel overwhelming acquiring these new skills all at once. Piano stickers were created to not only help new players learn the names of the notes, but also where they live on the keyboard. Yet whether or not piano stickers aid in learning is a hotly debated topic among players and teachers alike. Let’s look at why piano stickers may or may not be right for you or your little ones.
Obviously, learning the names of the notes and where they’re located on the keyboard is crucial to playing piano. Yet depending on the age of the player, this can be easier said than done. For very young players, piano stickers can be a great way for them to learn the notes and their placement. Once they build confidence and are familiar with the location of the notes, they can be weaned off the aid by gradually removing the stickers. Furthermore, engagement and having fun are also crucial aspects of learning piano not to be overlooked. Cute and vibrant stickers such as our Monster Piano Stickers can increase a child’s attention span and make learning more enjoyable.
But what if you’re a bit older and want to learn piano? Unfortunately, players over the age of eight are generally discouraged from using piano stickers since their brains are more capable of seeing the pattern of the black and white keys and their ability to memorize the notes is greater. Stickers therefore, become more of a crutch than a learning tool and can slow down progress.
Conclusion
In conclusion, piano stickers can help or hinder learning piano depending on the player’s age or ability.
If you feel that piano stickers are right for you or your little ones, then check out our Monster Piano Stickers. They may look silly, but they're serious about making it easy to learn how to play piano or keyboard.