HDpiano
HDpiano Logo
HDpiano

Teaching piano to millions worldwide

1.85M YouTube subscribers

*All memberships will be billed automatically on a recurring basis until canceled. If eligible for a free trial, cancel before the trial ends to avoid being charged. Trial only valid for new paid subscribers.

© 2026 HD Piano LLC|Help|Terms|Privacy||v2.21.2

We use cookies to run HDpiano, understand how lessons are used, and measure our marketing. You can opt out at any time.

Neil Young

After the Gold Rush

Neil Young

Your instructor: Dan

MEDIUM
MEDIUM

Current Section: Intro & Verse

Key: DBPM: 97

Learn this full song and 1,500+ more

Learn all parts of every song

Watch whole song performances

Access hundreds of cheatsheets

Get full instant access.

2 Tutorials + Whole Song Performance

Full Performance

Loading cheatsheet...

Play Neil Young's "After the Gold Rush" on Piano Without Sheet Music

Get ready to immerse yourself in a timeless classic with our "After the Gold Rush" piano tutorial! This beautiful, introspective ballad by the legendary Neil Young is a medium-difficulty lesson, perfect for expanding your piano playing skills. At HDpiano, we make learning how to play "After the Gold Rush" super engaging and easy with our unique visual falling-block method, meaning you won't need to struggle with traditional sheet music.
Did you know Neil Young originally played "After the Gold Rush" on the piano himself? It's a fantastic piece to learn if you want to explore the melancholic beauty of folk-rock on the keys. Instructor Dan will guide you through the iconic melody and rich chord progressions, helping you master beautiful voicings and rhythmic nuances. This lesson is designed to not only teach you the song but also to build your confidence and understanding of musical expression, allowing you to truly capture the song's reflective mood.
Learning to play "After the Gold Rush" on the piano will not only add a cherished song to your repertoire but also deepen your appreciation for this iconic artist and the singer-songwriter genre. It's a wonderful opportunity to develop expressive playing and impress your friends with a piece that resonates deeply. So, grab a seat at your piano and get ready to learn how to play Neil Young's "After the Gold Rush" today! Practice along and bring this classic to life.

Learn These Songs Next

Weird Fishes/Arpeggi

Weird Fishes/Arpeggi

Radiohead

medium
The Day That I Die

The Day That I Die

Lewis Capaldi

easy
Heart of Gold

Heart of Gold

Neil Young

medium
Foolish Heart

Foolish Heart

Steve Perry

medium
Explore All Songs

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about learning After the Gold Rush on piano

2 Tutorials + Whole Song Performance

Full Performance

Learn These Songs Next

Weird Fishes/Arpeggi

Weird Fishes/Arpeggi

Radiohead

medium
The Day That I Die

The Day That I Die

Lewis Capaldi

easy
Heart of Gold

Heart of Gold

Neil Young

medium
Foolish Heart

Foolish Heart

Steve Perry

medium
Explore All Songs