About this game
The bass clef spaces are A, C, E and G, remembered as All Cows Eat Grass. In this free game a note appears in a bass clef space and you name it before the timer runs out. Short 30, 60, or 120 second rounds make it easy to practice a little every day.
How to play
- Choose how long you want to play (30, 60, or 120 seconds) and press Start Game.
- Look at the question on screen and tap the answer you think is right.
- You'll see right away if you were correct. Your score and streak go up with every right answer.
- When time runs out you'll see your score. Play again to beat it, or sign in to save your results.
Tips for beginners
Read the spaces from the bottom up: A, C, E, G (All Cows Eat Grass). Notice they are different from the treble clef spaces, which spell FACE. Mixing the two up is the most common beginner mistake.
For teachers and parents
A beginner game for left-hand reading. Pair it with the bass clef line notes game, then the bass clef space + line game.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the bass clef space notes?
- From bottom to top the spaces are A, C, E and G. A popular way to remember them is All Cows Eat Grass.
- Why are bass clef notes different from treble clef?
- Each clef names the lines and spaces differently. The bass clef is used for lower notes, usually played by the left hand on piano.
- Is this game free?
- Yes. Play free without an account.