But let’s stick to cracking the basics for now. You can also use ledger lines to write notes below middle C, and above top F (the ‘Fun’ line). Please note – ledger lines are much shorter than lines of the regular stave and are only used for one note. It has its own little ledger line and sits below the bottom (E) line of the treble stave. This should be the first note you learn when learning how to read piano sheet music. Slap bang in the middle of your piano keyboard, it’s also right in between the top and bottom lines of the piano sheet music. Let’s start with the note we all start with – middle C. Outside the StaveĪs we can only write a limited number of notes on the 5 lines and 4 spaces of the stave, we’re going to have to use some extra lines to show notes outside of this. Remember the notes go in alphabetical order, line/space, and line/space at all times. We also use the space below the bottom line for the note D, and above the top line for the G. The spaces of the treble clef spell out the word FACE, starting from the first space and going up. Try out:ĮGBDF – These are the notes of the Treble Clef. The one shown below is a traditional mnemonic, starting from the bottom line up: Many find learning a mnemonic helps them to learn the names of the lines and spaces. This is because the main curl of the symbol wraps around the ‘G’ line – fixing its position. We mentioned earlier it’s also called the ‘G Clef’. This will usually show you the notes from middle C upwards. Let’s focus first on the treble clef (the one that looks a little like a dollar sign). The lines and spaces of the stave are limited in the range of notes they can show. These are small lines used to show the position of individual notes. Bass Clef Bass ClefĪlso known as the ‘F’ clef (more on that later), the notes on this stave are usually played by the left hand and form the ‘bottom line’ of the music. Treble Clef Treble ClefĪlso known as the ‘G’ clef (more on that later), in piano music, this is usually played by the right hand and forms the ‘top line’ of the music. These are the 5 lines that the notes are written either on, between, or below. There are two different clefs in piano music – the treble and the bass. This is the symbol that you see at the end of the line. Take a few moments to become familiar with these few keywords: Clef Clef Follow our step-by-step guide, put in some practice, and soon the notes will come to you as easily as, well, reading this article! Key Words To Know Many people are put off though by the thought of learning how to read piano sheet music.ĭo not despair! It’s easier than it looks. If you’re reading this, you’ve probably got more than a passing interest in tickling the ivories.
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