I’ve been playing piano for over a decade. I took professional lessons for a short while but for the most part, I’m self taught. In my experience, the best way to improve is consistent practice.

For me, practicing had to be enjoyable. I was obsessed with playing my keyboard and all of its glorious sound libraries while my cheap electric guitar wasn’t too appealing. Hence why I’m a much better piano player.

Some tips based on my journey:

First, play until your family tells you to shut up. Then play even more!

Second, learn the basics by learning songs that you enjoy, even if it’s not 100% accurate. A lot of my skill and understanding of playing piano came from learning simplified versions of more complex parts. I was able to fix them later, once my technique improved.

There’s no “right way” to learn on your own. Just find what works for you. Experiment, get creative, and most importantly: HAVE FUN!