Mad World

by Tears for Fears

Piano arrangementLv 43·Intermediate1:36

Rewritten for piano by another musician.

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Mad World

Tears for Fears

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About Mad World

Free piano sheet music for Mad World by Tears for Fears. Grade 3 (Elementary (ABRSM Grade 3)) piece suitable for students comfortable with basic chords.

"Mad World" by Tears for Fears is a grade 3-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 1:36. A Grade 3 piece introducing syncopation, wider hand span, and a broader range of key signatures. A solid step up for developing pianists. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 2-3 years of experience. Tears for Fears's composition showcases syncopation and key signatures up to 3 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.

Mad World is a hauntingly beautiful song originally written by Roland Orzabal of Tears for Fears. Gary Jules' rendition brings a somber and reflective quality to the piece, making it resonate with listeners on a deeper emotional level.

Is it right for you?

Who it's for
  • Students comfortable with basic chords
  • Pianists with solid two-hand coordination
  • Those ready for syncopation and wider range
Skill level: Grade 3
Level
Elementary (ABRSM Grade 3)
Experience
2-3 years
Length
1:36

What you'll learn

Technical skills
  • Wider hand span
  • Syncopated rhythms
  • More complex chord shapes
  • Pedal technique
  • Hand independence
Musical concepts
  • Syncopation
  • Key signatures up to 3 sharps/flats
  • Expressive dynamics
  • Phrase shaping and articulation

How long it takes

To learn
2-4 weeks with regular practice
Practice time
20-40 minutes daily
To master
5-8 weeks to performance-ready
Practice tips
  1. Practice syncopated passages slowly and with a metronome
  2. Work on finger independence exercises
  3. Focus on smooth pedal changes
  4. Analyze the piece structure before starting

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