About this game
The four spaces of the treble clef spell a word: FACE. This free note reading game shows you notes in the treble clef spaces and you name each one before the timer runs out. It's one of the quickest ways to start reading music, and short rounds make it easy to practice 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 of the staff to the top: F, A, C, E, which spells FACE. If you forget a note, find the bottom space and count up through the word.
For teachers and parents
A beginner game and a natural first step in treble clef reading. Pair it with the treble clef line notes game, then move on to the combined space + line game.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the treble clef space notes?
- From bottom to top the spaces are F, A, C and E. Together they spell FACE.
- What comes after the space notes?
- Learn the line notes (E, G, B, D, F), then practice both together in the treble clef space + line notes game.
- Is this game free?
- Yes. You can play without an account; signing in only saves your scores.