This song debuted in the first episode of Tokyo Ghoul as the closing theme. If you have the skill and patience to work your way through it, you'll be rewarded with an inspiring, uplifting piece. Our arrangement is fairly advanced, moving quickly and requiring your hands to roam pretty far around the keyboard.
Hopeful and energetic, we can't help but feel optimistic when we play this anime song on the piano. It's sung and performed by Miho Karasawa (you might know her better by her stage name TRUE). "Sincerely" is the opening theme of the Violet Evergarden anime series. We think this gentle, gorgeous song is truly a pleasure to learn and play, especially when you're in a reflective mood. It's a wonderful way to wrap up the story, which ultimately shows that no matter how much you've been through, you can make it through and find the world beautiful again. Sound and music play an important role throughout the movie, and "Lit" is no exception. The movie's score was composed by Kensuke Ushio, a well-known solo electronic music artist. This song accompanies the closing scene of the 2016 anime Koe no Katachi (A Silent Voice). In flowkey, we've created adaptations for beginners, intermediate, and advanced players, so everyone can discover the beauty of this singular piece for themselves. In his sheet music, the composer notes that the piece should be played "in the sense of an artist before fog in a distant landscape." It sounds strange if you haven't heard this piece (or seen the movie) before, but once you're familiar with it, we think it makes complete sense!Ī delicate, dreamy piece that's tinged with a special sadness, playing it can make you feel nostalgic for a place you've never even been. "Innocent" from Castle in the Sky is another Studio Ghibli movie and another gem from Joe Hisaishi. Our piano adaptation is a short, but fast-paced piece that will put your rhythm and timing to the test. "Guren no Yumiya" became extremely popular following its debut, reaching the number 1 spot on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and gaining a huge following beyond anime fandom. Its title roughly translates to "Crimson Bow and Arrow," picking up on the dark and violent tone of the TV series. The opening theme of the 2013 anime adaptation of Attack on Titan was created by Japanese band Linked Horizon. So, whether you're a piano beginner or a seasoned pro, there's no excuse not to learn this masterpiece. At flowkey, we love this song so much that we've created arrangements for every level. Originally written for a full orchestra, the movie's main theme sounds equally beautiful on piano too. Composed by Joe Hisaishi, the genius behind the music of many other Studio Ghibli films, the score really adds to the otherworldly feel of the story. One of the best things about Howl's Moving Castle is the movie's magical score. This piece comes from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood – the second adaptation of the original manga series.Ĭreated by Akira Senju, a legendary anime composer and musician, the main theme accompanies two pivotal scenes in the anime (we won't give them away if you haven't watched the series yet!) It's a powerful, memorable piece of music that you definitely won't regret adding to your piano repertoire. Fullmetal Alchemist – Main ThemeĬonsidered by many to be one of the best animated TV series ever, we had to save a spot on our list for Fullmetal Alchemist. It's an impressive-sounding, fast-flowing song, and one that you can't help but sing along to. You'll need to know your way around the keys to tackle our arrangement in flowkey, which is aimed at advanced players. Piano arrangements of the original Pokémon theme tend to be fairly complex, but there are easier versions out there that have been adapted for beginners. It's a piece of pop culture history and probably the biggest song to come out of an anime dub ever. While the English TV series features 24 different theme songs (one for every season), none have come close to the original.
Pokémon ThemeĮven if you're not a hardcore Pokémon fan, odds are that you've heard its legendary opening theme. Now, without further ado, here's our list of the best anime songs to learn on piano. Best of all, each song is available to learn in the flowkey app (look in the "Film & TV" category). Everyone can find something that fits their skill level. We've put together nine of our favorite piano anime songs for players of all abilities. If you've always wished you could combine your love of anime with your passion for piano, then you're in luck.