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Christopher Cross

Arthur's Theme

Christopher Cross

Your instructor: Devon

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Current Section: Intro

Key: C, ABPM: 68

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Play Christopher Cross's "Arthur's Theme" on Piano Without Sheet Music

Ready to conquer a timeless classic? Dive into Christopher Cross's iconic "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" with this fantastic piano tutorial! While listed as a Hard difficulty, don't let that scare you – this lesson uses HDpiano's revolutionary falling-block visual method, making complex patterns clear and engaging without needing to read a single note of sheet music. You'll quickly discover that much of this beautiful tune is based on repeating patterns, making it surprisingly achievable with practice.

Learn "Arthur's Theme" on Piano with Christopher Cross

Originally written by Christopher Cross, Burt Bacharach, and others for the beloved 1981 film *Arthur* starring Dudley Moore and Liza Minnelli, this Grammy and Oscar-winning song soared to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks! Our friendly instructor, Devon, will guide you through every nuance of this charming pop-rock gem, from the intricate intro to the soaring chorus. You'll learn sophisticated piano techniques like arpeggios, inversions, and seventh chords, all while mastering one of the most recognizable movie themes ever written.
Imagine the joy of playing this cheerful, uplifting song at your next gathering, transforming your piano into a personal movie soundtrack! This "Arthur's Theme" piano tutorial is perfect for any dedicated piano player looking to deepen their skills and add a sophisticated piece of film and TV music to their repertoire. So, go ahead, challenge yourself to play "Arthur's Theme" by Christopher Cross – you might just surprise yourself with the best that you can do!

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