Yes! We Have No Bananas

by Frank Silver & Irving Cohn

Elementary(39/100)Sight Reading: Grade 42:06

Free piano sheet music for Yes! We Have No Bananas by Frank Silver & Irving Cohn. Elementary level piece suitable for students who've completed beginner method books.

Sheet music preview for Yes! We Have No Bananas

Sign up free to practice with MIDI feedback and download the PDF

Free account required

About This Piece

"Yes! We Have No Bananas" by Frank Silver & Irving Cohn is an elementary-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 2:06. An elementary-level piece suitable for developing pianists. Introduces more varied rhythms, basic chord patterns, and expanded hand positions while remaining accessible. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 1-2 years of experience. Frank Silver & Irving Cohn's composition showcases eighth notes and dotted rhythms and key signatures up to 2 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.

Yes! We Have No Bananas is a popular novelty song from the 1920s, known for its catchy melody and humorous lyrics. It reflects the lighthearted spirit of the era and remains a favorite in various performances.

Skill Level: Elementary

Who This Is For

  • Students who've completed beginner method books
  • Pianists comfortable with basic music reading
  • Those ready for slightly more complex pieces

Experience Needed

Level:Elementary
Experience:1-2 years
Duration:2:06

What You'll Learn

Technical Skills

  • Hand position shifts
  • Basic chord shapes
  • Eighth note patterns
  • Simple pedaling
  • Two-hand coordination

Musical Concepts

  • Eighth notes and dotted rhythms
  • Key signatures up to 2 sharps/flats
  • Basic dynamics and crescendo/diminuendo
  • Simple phrase shaping

Learning Timeline

2-3 weeks with regular practice
To Learn
20-40 minutes daily
Practice Time
4-6 weeks to performance-ready
To Master

Practice Tips

  • 1Identify difficult passages and practice them separately
  • 2Work on smooth hand position transitions
  • 3Pay attention to dynamic markings
  • 4Practice with and without pedal

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Practice on MasterPiano?

Real Sheet Music

Professional music notation, not simplified tutorials

MIDI Feedback

Connect your keyboard for real-time accuracy tracking

Track Progress

See your improvement with detailed practice stats

Ready to learn Yes! We Have No Bananas?

Sign up free to practice with real-time MIDI feedback and download the PDF.