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The Way It Is

Bruce Hornsby & The Range

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Key: GBPM: 112

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Play Bruce Hornsby & The Range's "The Way It Is" on Piano Without Sheet Music

Get ready to dive into one of the most iconic piano riffs of all time! Learn how to play "The Way It Is" by Bruce Hornsby & The Range with this challenging yet incredibly rewarding piano tutorial from HDpiano. Forget complicated sheet music; our unique visual learning method guides you every step of the way, making even this intricate song accessible. This classic 1986 pop-rock anthem features a piano part that’s legendary in its own right, and you'll be playing it before you know it!...

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