Hand independence is the #1 issue I see in my beginner piano students when trying to learn how to play songs on piano. Here is how you can start working on it! Hand independence is the most important aspect of playing piano and is much easier than most people think. Many beginner piano players make the mistake of playing too fast when trying to learn a new piece. Another mistake they make is playing too fast! Follow these easy piano exercises with this piano tutorial to start developing your han