Refresh your piano playing with spring songs
Breathe some new life into your piano playing and watch your skills blossom
There’s something about spring that invites a fresh start. As the days grow longer and brighter, we all feel a renewed sense of energy. When you've been in the same practice routines for a few weeks, it’s easy for things to start feeling a little stale. If you’ve found yourself playing the same warm-ups or looping familiar tunes without much excitement, spring is your cue to shake things up.
Some practical ways to reset your routine could be trying shorter, more focused practice sessions, tackling skills or techniques that you may have been neglecting to practice, or beginning each session by improvising something playful before diving into your lesson.
Another option is to shift your piano to a space with natural light. That might be hard if your piano is on the heavier side, but with a small, portable instrument (like ROLI Piano M, perhaps?) you can take your practice sessions into the blossoming outdoors and give you a fresh new perspective.
But the ultimate way to bring new energy into your playing? Learn some new songs! Picking up songs that match the season’s optimism can transform your practice from a chore into a creative escape—one filled with melody, progress, and the promise of something beautiful. To help you spring back into your practice, we’ve put together a vibrant playlist of songs available in the ROLI Learn app. From timeless classics to modern chart-toppers, bring the warmth of the season to your piano playing and watch your skills bloom.
The Beatles – "Here Comes the Sun"
This joyful Beatles classic is a staple when the sun comes out, and is a fitting anthem for spring. The bright melody and gently syncopated rhythms are both satisfying and uplifting to play. Plus, you can learn to tackle different time signatures thanks to the rolling 7/8 sections — you'll feel the sunshine breaking through with every note.
Felix Mendelssohn – "Spring Song" (from Songs Without Words)
For a more peaceful time at the piano, the light, flowing melodies of Mendelssohn’s "Spring Song" are perfect. The elegant arpeggios and lyrical phrasing that are perfect for building finger dexterity.
Miley Cyrus – "Flowers"
Empowering, catchy, and undeniably fresh, Miley’s “Flowers” is a great pick-me-up for your practice routine. With accessible chords and a groovy rhythm, this hit helps you work on timing and pop phrasing—all while soaking in its message of growth and independence.
Édith Piaf – "La Vie en Rose"
Perhaps one of the most famous songs synonymous with the floral emblem of love, this romantic French classic evokes blooming feelings and springtime strolls. Its dreamy harmonies give ROLI Learners a wonderful way to slow down and focus on touch and tone.
Billie Eilish – "WILDFLOWER"
With its delicate texture and introspective mood, Billie Eilish’s “WILDFLOWER” is a beautiful reminder of spring’s softer side. The ambient piano parts are ideal for practicing dynamic control and expressive timing—especially when using Piano M or ROLI Piano, where every nuance of your playing comes to life.
Antonio Vivaldi – "Spring" (from The Four Seasons)
This baroque masterwork is a fantastic workout for finger agility and articulation. “Spring” challenges intermediate players to mimic boundless energy of the spring season bursting into life through rapid passages and vivid contrast.
Drake – "Passionfruit"
Smooth, rhythmic, and lightly tropical, “Passionfruit” has a laid-back groove that feels like a the end of spring in the lead up to summer’s heat. Its simple, looping chord progression gives you space to explore timing, hand coordination, and even improvise if you're feeling bold. (Why not try taking what you’ve learned into the ROLI Playground and get creative?)
Rodgers & Hammerstein – "Edelweiss" (from The Sound of Music)
This tender tune might be set in the Alps, but its melodies evoke the image of lush green and rolling hills, synonymous with spring in full bloom. Its heartfelt simplicity make it a gentle spring favorite. It’s perfect for beginners working on melody and accompaniment balance, and great for anyone who loves to sing along.
OutKast – "Roses"
A modern classic by every definition, and another song synonymous with that favored red flower, you can add a burst of funk and flair to your spring practice with this unforgettable hit. “Roses” mixes soulful piano licks with OutKast’s inimitable energy, giving intermediate players a chance to explore rhythm, groove, and plenty of expression.
Post Malone & Swae Lee – "Sunflower"
Light, catchy, and endlessly charming, this feel-good tune from Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is a go-to for a relaxed practice. With its steady beat and melodic focus, it’s great for working on timing and playful dynamics.
The Beatles – "Strawberry Fields Forever"
Surreal, expressive, and filled with layered emotion, this Beatles masterpiece is a spring journey of its own. The shifting time signatures and dreamy harmony offer an exciting challenge for learners ready to expand their musical palette and take their own trip down to Strawberry Fields this spring.
Put some spring into your piano steps
Whether you're just starting out on your piano learning journey for the first time this spring or returning after a winter break, the ROLI Learn system is the perfect way to bring your piano practice to life.
Learn at your own pace with games, challenges and over 1,000 songs. Track your progress, and feel rewarded with every colorful note you play. Don’t have a ROLI keyboard yet? Explore the ROLI Piano M and ROLI Piano for learners and let your music bloom.
