About this game
Good readers don't name every note; they see how notes move. In this free game you look at two notes and decide whether the music moves by a step, a skip, or a repeat. It's the foundation of intervallic reading and makes sight-reading much faster.
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
A step goes from a line to the next space (or space to the next line). A skip jumps from a line to the next line, or a space to the next space. A repeat stays on the same line or space.
For teachers and parents
A beginner game that fits right alongside early note reading. It trains students to read by shape and direction, which helps them sight-read new pieces.
Practice more in 100 Easy Piano Songs for Beginners: Folk, Classical, Holiday & Jazz Songbook
More drills and games on the same skills for piano students.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a step in music?
- Moving to the very next note up or down, such as C to D. On the staff it goes line to space or space to line.
- What is a skip?
- Jumping over one note, such as C to E. On the staff it goes line to line or space to space.
- Is this game free?
- Yes. No account or download needed.