Reading Sheet Music: The Basics

Multiple Choice

What is the foundation of sheet music?

• Lines and spaces

• Bar lines

• Key signature

• Treble clef

Multiple Choice

What does the treble clef represent?

• G

• D

• A

• E

Multiple Choice

What do bar lines do in sheet music?

• Divide the music into measures

• Represent notes

• Indicate finger placement

• Show rhythm

Multiple Choice

What is the lowest space note on the staff?

• F

• A

• C

• E

Multiple Choice

What are ledger lines used for?

• Playing above or below the staff

• Dividing measures

• Showing finger placement

• Representing sharps and flats

Multiple Choice

What does the key signature indicate?

• Finger placement

• Rhythm

• Note duration

• Sharps or flats

Multiple Choice

What are the first four notes a violinist should learn?

• G, D, A, E

• C, F, G, B

• E, A, D, G

• B, E, G, C

Multiple Choice

What is the third step to start reading notes?

• Learn rhythm

• Learn finger placement

• Learn bowing techniques

• Learn key signatures

Multiple Choice

What should students practice to learn the notes?

• Playing open strings

• Playing with vibrato

• Playing double stops

• Playing harmonics

Multiple Choice

What is the next step after learning the open strings?

• Learn the first finger

• Learn the fourth finger

• Learn the third finger

• Learn the second finger