How To Play Fallen Down On The Piano

Alright, grab your piano (or keyboard, or even that dusty old melodica in the attic – no judgement!), because we're about to tackle a tune that's both ridiculously catchy and surprisingly easy: Fallen Down from Undertale!

Don't let the idea of playing piano intimidate you. Seriously, if I can do it after mostly playing "Chopsticks" for twenty years, you definitely can!

First Things First: Finding the Notes

Forget sheet music at first. Let's be real, nobody has time to decipher all those squiggly lines.

Instead, head straight to YouTube! There are tons of tutorials that show you exactly which keys to press. Think of it like following a cooking recipe, but instead of flour and sugar, you're using C, D, and G.

Look for the ones that use a "piano roll" visualizer – it's like a little karaoke machine for your fingers!

The Magic of the Melody

Fallen Down is mostly in the key of C major. You probably already know this key by the existence of C-D-E-F-G-A-B. C major is the one that's all the white keys, making it super beginner-friendly.

The main melody uses a simple sequence of notes. It repeats a lot, which means once you get the hang of it, your fingers will practically play it on autopilot! You'll be playing like Toby Fox himself in no time!

Start slow, like molasses slow. Seriously, imagine you're trying to teach a snail to play the piano. Patient, steady progress is key. No need to rush.

Left Hand, Right Hand: A Beautiful Duet (with Yourself)

The left hand often plays chords – groups of notes played together. Don't panic! The most common chords in Fallen Down are nice and simple.

You can start with just the root note of each chord, like a musical training wheel. For example, instead of playing the whole C major chord (C-E-G), just play the C note in the left hand.

As you get more comfortable, you can add the other notes to the chords. Now you're cooking!

Practice Makes... Progress!

Don't expect to nail it perfectly on your first try. Even Mozart probably butchered a few notes when he was learning! (Okay, maybe not, but you get the idea.)

Practice a little bit each day. Even 15 minutes can make a huge difference. Consistency is more important than marathon practice sessions.

Record yourself playing. It can be painful to listen to at first, but it's the best way to identify areas for improvement. Plus, you can share it with your friends and show off your mad skills!

Embrace the Imperfection (and the Fun!)

The most important thing is to have fun! Don't get bogged down in trying to be perfect. If you mess up a note, just laugh it off and keep going.

Fallen Down is a beautiful and emotional piece, but it's also meant to be enjoyed. Let your personality shine through!

So go forth, brave pianist, and unleash the Undertale magic within you! You've got this!

“But what if I still mess up?”

So what? Messing up is how we learn. Think of each mistake as a stepping stone on your path to piano greatness. Even Frisk had to try, try again!