About this game
Ledger lines are the short lines that extend the staff for notes that are too high or too low to fit. This free game drills treble clef notes on ledger lines so they stop slowing you down. Choose 30, 60, or 120 seconds and name as many as you can.
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
Ledger lines continue the line-space pattern of the staff. Count from the nearest staff note: above the top line F comes G (space), then A on the first ledger line, then B, then C on the second ledger line.
For teachers and parents
For students who read the treble staff fluently and are meeting higher and lower notes in their pieces.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are ledger lines?
- Short extra lines added above or below the staff to write notes outside its range.
- How do I read ledger line notes?
- Start from a note you know on the staff and count up or down by alphabet, alternating line and space.
- Is this game free?
- Yes. No account or download needed.