That feeling—of recognizability and pride—is worth far more than the price of the book. Happy practicing.
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Buy a used physical book from ThriftBooks, eBay, or AbeBooks for $4–6, then scan it for your own personal use (not distribution).
Many arrangements use basic blocked chords or broken chords . Practice the left hand alone first to keep the rhythm steady.
The Alfred’s Greatest Hits Level 1 PDF (legally purchased) is the best $9 you can spend to break a practice slump. It turns the piano from a "chore" into a "jukebox."
While designed for beginners, the arrangements introduce essential technical hurdles: Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course: Greatest Hits, Level 1