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Stephen Schwartz

Defying Gravity

Stephen Schwartz

Your instructor: Joe

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Current Section: Intro

Key: GbBPM: 60

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Play Stephen Schwartz's "Defying Gravity" on Piano Without Sheet Music

Ready to unleash your inner Elphaba? Dive into one of the most iconic songs from musical theatre, "Defying Gravity" by Stephen Schwartz, straight from the smash-hit Broadway musical *Wicked*! This isn't just any piano tutorial; it's a journey into the heart of a truly powerful anthem. Although marked as a Hard difficulty lesson, you'll find joy and success learning how to play "Defying Gravity" with HDpiano's revolutionary visual learning method, which lets you bypass complicated sheet music and jump straight into playing.

Master "Defying Gravity" on Piano

In this epic "Defying Gravity" piano tutorial, you'll learn to play every soaring note and dramatic chord of this masterpiece. Your instructor, Joe, will guide you through the intricate yet rewarding sections, helping you conquer this Broadway favorite step-by-step. Known for its incredible emotional depth and symbolism of freedom and self-discovery, this song is a true showstopper. You'll be following in the footsteps of legendary Broadway piano players as you tackle the breathtaking finale, which truly captures the song's theme of empowerment, made famous by Idina Menzel as the original Elphaba.
Imagine the thrill of performing "Defying Gravity" and experiencing the raw emotion of this song on your own piano. Learning this piece is a fantastic way to impress your friends and family, and it’s an incredible achievement that will significantly boost your skills and confidence as a piano player, especially if you're looking to delve deeper into the world of film, TV, and musical scores. So, stop waiting for permission, and start learning to "Defy Gravity" on your piano today!

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