Reading Music
Everything published on Music Adviser UK under Reading Music — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Common Sight Reading Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes that hold sight reading back are predictable, common, and entirely avoidable — here is a clear-eyed look at what they are and how to address each one.
Common Musical Notes Mistakes to Avoid
Most beginners make the same errors when learning to read music. This guide covers the six most common mistakes — and how to correct each one before it becomes a habit.
Common Music Notation Mistakes to Avoid
Most music notation mistakes come from misunderstanding a handful of core ideas. Here are the common ones, why they happen, and how to put them right.
The Ultimate Guide to Musical Notes
Musical notes represent pitch and duration. This guide explains note names, the staff and clefs, how note values work, and how sharps, flats and rests fit into the system.
The Ultimate Guide to Music Notation
Music notation is the written language of music — a logical system anyone can learn. This guide takes you from the basics of the stave to articulation, dynamics and beyond.
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Music Notation
Printed and digital resources for reading, understanding and using written music in lessons, exams and performance.
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Musical Notes
Simple resources for learning note names, pitch, rhythm and the basics of reading music.
Sight Reading
Sight reading books and exercises to improve quick reading, confidence and first-sight performance.
