Guitar course for beginners Part 26 Is it necessary for guitar player? Explaining how to read musical scores!

Do I need to know how to read music to play the guitar? There are probably many people who think so.

Perhaps people over a certain age should read the music score? I don’t need that kind of thing! It’s not surprising that there are people who say that.

Music scores are a common language between players.

It goes without saying that being able to read is an advantage.

Here we will explain how to read music scores.

Is it necessary for playing guitar? How to read music ① Lyrics card

Although it is not a musical score, there is a pattern for attaching chord names to lyric cards.

When actually writing lyrics or composing music, this pattern is surprisingly useful.

It can be said to be essential for those who play while looking at the lyrics card.

However, since the measure are unclear when conveying it to other players, it is undeniable that it must be passed along with the sound source.

In terms of a common language, it can be said that we are in a delicate position.

Is it necessary for playing guitar? How to read music ②Chord diagram

Next is the chord diagram.

Chord diagrams visually show you how to play chords.

Is it necessary for playing guitar? How to read music ③Tablature

Next is tablature.

From the bottom, the order is 6th string, 5th string, 4th string, 3rd string, 2nd string, and 1st string.

Is it necessary for playing guitar? How to read music ④chord notation

Chord notation is what you will probably use most often.

It just shows the staff division and chord names.

The progression is A⇒A⇒B⇒A⇒A⇒B⇒(To)⇒C.
(Does it match…?)

The last rit…is played at a slightly slower tempo.

Summary

Up to this point, we have explained how to read music, which is an inevitable part of playing the guitar.

You may not understand it at all at first, but as you go along, you’ll get a feel for it.

When it comes to music scores, using music software will help you understand.