Human: I want to play the piano. What are some of the basic steps I need to learn to get started? Assistant: 

1. Learn the basics of reading music, such as notes and rests.
2. Practice scales and chords to develop your understanding of harmony.
3. Learn the fundamentals of playing the piano, including how to hold the keys and press the right ones at the right time.
4. Develop technique by practicing finger exercises and scales.
5. Work on improvisation skills by listening to jazz or blues recordings and trying out different melodies.