Perform 'Perfect'
Learn to perform the song 'Perfect' by practicing melody, simple guitar chords, breathing, and expression with a short, guided practice routine for confident singing.
Step-by-step guide to perform 'Perfect'
Step 1
Tune your guitar or ukulele so each string sounds clear and in tune.
Step 2
Play the original song "Perfect" twice to hear the melody and timing.
Step 3
Hum the main melody on "la" to learn how the tune moves up and down.
Step 4
Put the lyrics in front of you and mark where you will breathe with a small slash.
Step 5
Place your fingers for a G chord and strum it once slowly to feel the shape.
Step 6
Practice switching between G and Em by strumming each chord once along with a slow metronome beat.
Step 7
Add the C and D chords and play the whole verse chord sequence slowly in time with the metronome.
Step 8
Take three deep belly breaths to warm your voice and relax your body.
Step 9
Sing the first verse while playing the chord pattern gently and at a comfortable volume.
Step 10
Choose one feeling (happy sad proud) and sing the chorus showing that feeling with your voice.
Step 11
Share your finished performance on DIY.org.
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can I use if I don't have a metronome or a guitar/ukulele for this activity?
If you don't have a metronome, use a free smartphone metronome app or tap your foot while practicing the G to Em chord switches, and if you lack a guitar or ukulele try borrowing a cheap nylon-string ukulele or using a borrowed acoustic guitar to place your fingers for a G chord and strum once slowly.
My chord changes sound messy when I try to play the verse in time with the metronome—what should I do?
Slow the metronome right down, practice placing each finger for the G chord and Em chord separately, and strum each chord once as the instructions say until you can switch cleanly before speeding up.
How can I adapt this activity for younger children or older teens?
For younger kids have them hum the main melody on "la," mark only one or two breathing slashes in the lyrics, and play a single G chord while older teens can add C and D, sing the verse and show a chosen feeling in the chorus with dynamics and phrasing.
How can we make the performance more creative or personal before sharing on DIY.org?
Try adding a simple capo to change the key to fit your voice, create a two-strum rhythmic pattern for the verse, and choose one feeling to emphasize in the chorus while recording to personalize the finished performance.
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Facts about singing and beginner guitar
⏱️ Short, focused practice sessions (10–20 minutes) repeated regularly build steady singing confidence.
🎶 "Perfect" is a romantic ballad by Ed Sheeran from his 2017 album ÷ (Divide).
🌬️ Diaphragmatic breathing (breathing with your belly) helps singers support long, confident phrases.
🎤 Ed Sheeran often performs solo with just his voice and guitar—great inspiration for kids learning a song!
🎸 Singers commonly use a capo and simple open chords to make songs easier to play on guitar.
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