PIECE 02
Second Reading Piece
Read and play another piece using C, D, E, F and G. Follow the notes as the melody changes direction.
◉ Beginner level
▥ C–D–E–F–G
◎ Reading piece
Lesson Progress
Hand Position
Place your right hand in the C five-finger position. Rest one finger over each key from C to G and keep your hand relaxed.
Finger numbers:
C D E F G
1 2 3 4 5
Keep your fingers close to the keys as you play. You can stay in this hand position for the whole piece.
Find the Starting Note
Before you play, find the first note on the score. Then find the next C. Can you spot where the melody returns to C?
Which note starts the piece?
Click the starting note directly on the staff.
Meet the Second Reading Piece
Look through the whole score before you play. Notice where the notes move by step and where they skip over a note.
Play Along
Press play and follow the notes on the score as you play along with the music. Keep your eyes moving from left to right and try to stay with the beat.
Before you press play: Place your right hand in the C five-finger position, find the starting C on the score, and get ready to play.
Practice Complete
Great work! You’ve finished the Second Reading Piece. You practiced reading C, D, E, F and G, following the melody, and playing along without stopping.
Play it again whenever you want to make your reading feel easier and more confident.