Clefs are very important in piano music. They help musicians know what notes to play. There are two main clefs you'll see: the treble clef and the bass clef.

Treble Clef

• Where It is: It is placed on the second line of the staff.
• What It Shows: The lines of the treble clef stand for the notes E, G, B, D, and F. The spaces in between spell out F, A, C, and E.
• When to Use It: This clef is used for higher sounds and is mostly played with the right hand.

Bass Clef

• Where It is: It is found on the fourth line of the staff.
• What It Shows: The lines of the bass clef represent G, B, D, F, and A. The spaces represent A, C, E, and G.
• When to Use It: This clef is used for lower sounds, which are usually played with the left hand.

Knowing the Relationship Between Pitches

Using these clefs helps pianists quickly understand which notes to play based on where they are on the staff. For instance, "Middle C" is an important note. It is written on a line that sits between the two clefs.

By learning these clefs and the notes connected to them, beginners can feel more confident and find it easier to play music!