Music Reading Tips

David Jones on May 2nd, 2012

jaydennn_327 asked: I have a few questions .. 1. Any vocabluary i need to know about guitars? (like cord and fret. those are the only ones i know) 2. Where can I get free music from online.. any websites? 3. How do i read music? 4. Any tips based on experience or tips in general [...]

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Cheerinhottie asked: I know the basics and i dont want a teacher! I know the basics but how do you know which notes are left and and which are your right hand? i am really confused! any other help or tips dont be afraid to add! How to Read Music Notes Social Bookmarking

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David Jones on April 29th, 2012

happyglitterthatrocks asked: im learning how to read music but where on a stave does it appear that you must play a chord ie c chord (ceg)? is it just set out as normal notes? and on a piece of sheet music i have it says c just after the treble cleff and 4/4 – whys [...]

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David Jones on April 24th, 2012

pirate asked: I just started playing the viola and they put in the orchestral.I need to learn how to read music.I play the viola.Please don’t suggest music lessons I want to learn on my own.Any tips would be great.thanks in advance:) How to Sight Read Music Social Bookmarking

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David Jones on January 26th, 2012

I just read a very interesting article talking about music education in public schools and how people learn to read music…. It was a radio interview and a caller asked a question, basically, “Why do we still teach people how to read music the old slow way that hasn’t changed in at least 200 years??” [...]

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