subject: Learn To Read Sheet Music Fast! [print this page] Do you dream of joining a band? Perhaps you want to play an instrument for your family and friends? Whatever the reason, if you want to play properly you will need to know how to read sheet music.
Learn to Read
There are many people who begin to learn to play an instrument by themselves, only to give up after a few weeks or months because they haven't been able to learn how to read sheet music. Sheet music doesn't mean you can't improvise - it's simply the starting point for learning how to master an instrument.
From playing a new song at the drop of a hat, to understanding music as a whole, learning how to read sheet music has plenty of benefits.
Sheet Music Tips
Below are a few tips on how to learn how to read sheet music quickly:
1. Start by getting hold of sheet music from easy songs that you know of. If you already know one or two songs and can even play it on the instrument, start with them! You will need to purchase/get hold of the sheet music for these songs, and then get used to reading the music and seeing what each different note looks like when you play whilst reading.
2. Don't give up! This may seem obvious, but it's something that so many people do! To learn how to read sheet music quickly you need to practice at least 1 hour a day, preferably 2 or 3 hours. Practice makes perfect.
3. Learn the names of each note - this will help you when it comes to practicing without the instrument (yes, that's right!). Once you know what each note is and you understand what it sounds like, learning to read sheet music will become even easier.
At any point during the process of attempting to read sheet music you get confused or on the verge of giving up, consult a professional and you'll be playing complex tunes in no time!
Remember; learning to read sheet music isn't easy, but it will be a skill you'll have for the rest of your life.
