We have learned about the layout of piano keyboard in the previous lessons. Now, let’s look at Music notation. Music notation is used to record music in a written format, and it is written on music staff.
Music staff is visual representation of a piano keyboard. It is consisted of of lines and spaces. Two staves are combined to form a grand staff (see diagram below).
The top stave is written in treble clef, and it is used for (right-hand) piano (or violin. flute, and other music instruments). The bottom stave is written in bass clef, and is used for (left-hand) piano (or other instruments such as cello or guitar).
Music Notation in the Twentieth Century: A Practical Guidebook
Learn Music Notation
We have learned the names of all the white keys as well as the black keys. Once again, review the above music notation chart , you can also use the acronyms to help memorizing these notes (see below).
Now, test your note reading skills using Note Trainer.
Treble Clef
(top stave)Notes in the spaces: F, A, C, E (FACE) Notes on the lines: E, G, B, D, F Every Good Boy Does Fine
Bass Clef
(bottom stave)Notes in the spaces: A, C, E, G All Cow Eat Grass Notes on the lines: G, B, D, F, A Good Boys Do Fine Always
Learn music staff and clef signs (treble and bass clefs).
Learn how to keep time in music - time signatures and how to count different time signatures.
Essential Dictionary of Music Notation: The Most Practical and Concise Source for Music Notation (The Essential Dictionary Series)
