Starting Position:
- Sit at the piano with a comfortable posture, with your hands placed above the middle C key.
Right Hand:
1. Play the following notes with your right hand: A-B-C#-E-F#.
2. Repeat the same notes one octave higher.
3. Play G#-A-G-F#-E-D#-C#-B-A-G.
4. Repeat the last part starting from C#.
Left Hand:
5. While your right hand plays these notes, use your left hand to play the chords: A, D, E minor, A, and D.
Repeating:
6. Repeat steps 1-5 to play the main theme of "Ode to Joy."
Transition:
7. Play the following notes with your right hand: C-D-F-G-A.
8. Use your left hand to play the chords: C, G, and F.
Finale:
9. Repeat steps 1-8 to play the final section of "Ode to Joy."
Remember, practice is key. Start slowly and gradually increase the tempo as you become more comfortable playing the piece. Enjoy bringing this iconic melody to life on the piano!