Last Christmas
by Wham!
4 versions of this piece. This one: Rewritten for piano by another musician.
Last Christmas
Wham!, arr. The Blue Notes
4 versions of this piece. This one: Rewritten for piano by another musician.
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About Last Christmas
Piano sheet music for Last Christmas by Wham!, free to view and play along. Grade 4 (Intermediate (Grade 4)) piece suitable for students at about grade 4 level.
"Last Christmas" by Wham! is a grade 4-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 3:59. A Grade 4 piece featuring sixteenth notes, triplets, and a larger repertoire of techniques. Suitable for confident intermediate players. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 3-4 years of experience. Wham!'s composition showcases sixteenth notes and triplets and key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
Last Christmas is a beloved holiday song by George Michael, originally released in 1984. Its heartfelt lyrics and memorable melody capture the essence of love and loss during the festive season.
Is it right for you?
Who it's for
- Students at about Grade 4 level
- Self-taught pianists with solid fundamentals
- Those comfortable with varied repertoire
- Players looking to expand their technique
Skill level: Grade 4
- Level
- Intermediate (Grade 4)
- Experience
- 3-4 years
- Length
- 3:59
What you'll learn
Technical skills
- Scales and arpeggios
- Sixteenth note passages
- Triplet patterns
- Independent hand movement
- Pedal technique
- Varied articulation
Musical concepts
- Sixteenth notes and triplets
- Key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats
- Expressive dynamics
- Tempo variations (ritardando, accelerando)
- Musical phrasing
How long it takes
To learn
3-5 weeks with dedicated practice
Practice time
30-60 minutes daily
To master
6-10 weeks to performance-ready
Practice tips
- Analyze the piece structure before starting
- Practice difficult sections at half tempo
- Focus on musical expression, not just notes
- Record yourself to identify areas for improvement
- Work on maintaining consistent tempo
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