To read piano notes on sheet music, follow these simple steps:

1. Get to Know the Staff

• What It Is: The staff has five lines and four spaces. Each line and space stands for a different note.
• Notes to Remember: There are 7 main notes (A, B, C, D, E, F, G) that keep repeating. When you add sharps and flats, you have a total of 12 different sounds.

2. Learn the Names of the Notes

• Treble Clef: If you look at the lines from the bottom to the top, the notes are E, G, B, D, F. In the spaces, you'll find F, A, C, E.
• Bass Clef: On the lines, the notes are G, B, D, F, A. The spaces are A, C, E, G.

3. Figure Out Key Signatures

• Sharps and Flats: Key signatures tell you the main notes of the music piece. They can have up to 7 sharps or 7 flats. For example, C Major has no sharps or flats, while G Major has 1 sharp.

4. Understand Rhythm Values

• How Long to Play Each Note: Whole notes last 4 beats, half notes last 2 beats, quarter notes last 1 beat, and eighth notes last 1/2 beat. These tell you how long to hold each note.

5. Practice Sight Reading

• The More You Practice, the Better You Get: Studies show that practicing regularly can help you recognize notes about 30% faster in a short time.

By breaking down these steps and practicing often, learning to read piano notes on sheet music can be easy for beginners, helping you grow your musical skills!