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Ride Like the Wind

Christopher Cross

Your instructor: Joe

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Key: CmBPM: 122

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Play Christopher Cross's "Ride Like the Wind" on Piano Without Sheet Music

Ready to cruise through a classic? Learn how to play Christopher Cross's iconic hit, "Ride Like the Wind," on the piano with this engaging HDpiano tutorial! This medium-difficulty lesson is perfect for expanding your pop and rock piano repertoire. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can master this smooth 1979 track, famous for its catchy rhythm and the incredible backing vocals by none other than Michael McDonald....

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