How to Play “Amazing Grace” on Piano

"Amazing grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see." This hymn has been a classic for hundreds of years, speaking of the joy and assurance of knowing Jesus.

As you play this song on the piano for church or personal worship, let your heart rise to Jesus in worship, adoration, and love.

You can download a free PDF file of Worship Piano Reference Charts here. This resource kit includes piano key names, chord diagrams, seventh chords, scales, and chords in a key / Nashville Number System.

Chord chart

Here are the chords for "Amazing Grace" in the key of C:

As you can see from the chord chart above, this song uses 4 chords: C, F, G, and Am (pronounced "A minor"). The diagrams below show how to play each of these chords:

Play each chord with the right hand, and play a single note with the left hand. (For example, when the right hand plays a C chord, the left hand should play a single note C. When the right hand plays an F chord, the left hand plays an F note, etc.)

Video tutorial

For more detailed instructions on how to play this song, watch the video tutorial below.

Free PDF Download

You can download a free PDF file of Worship Piano Reference Charts here. This resource kit includes piano key names, chord diagrams, seventh chords, scales, and chords in a key / Nashville Number System.

Want to learn more?

If you would like to learn how to play worship piano like a pro, check out my Worship Essentials courses. This unique approach combines a simple, easy-to-follow method of learning the piano along with teachings on the heart of worship - and it has proven successful for people of all ages and levels.

Or, if you would prefer one-on-one instruction, consider online lessons. Lessons incorporate the same content of the Worship Essentials courses but have the added bonus of one-on-one coaching and instruction.

Happy worshipping!