About this game
This free game mixes ledger line notes from both the treble and bass clefs, the hardest notes for most readers. Check the clef, count from the staff, and name the note before time runs out. Short rounds make steady progress easy.
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
The notes between the staves (around middle C) can be written in either clef. Learn middle C in both positions: the first ledger line below the treble staff and the first ledger line above the bass staff.
For teachers and parents
An intermediate game to use after the separate treble and bass ledger line games, and before the All Notes Challenge.
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Frequently asked questions
- Why can the same note be written in two clefs?
- Notes near middle C fall between the two staves, so they can be written with ledger lines in either clef.
- What's the hardest note reading game here?
- The All Notes Challenge, which mixes every note in both clefs, including ledger lines.
- Is this game free?
- Yes. No account or download needed.