Simplified Music Notation is a new notation designed to make sight-reading easier. It was originally created for musicians with dyslexia, memory impairments and other disabilities, but has gained interest from a broad range of professional and amateur musicians.
Sharps and flats are given by the shape of the notehead. This eliminates the necessity of relying on the key signature and dispenses with the need for accidentals.
The key signature is still there, along with all the information in the original score, but many of the unnecessary complexities of reading music have been removed.
Play what you see!
Traditional Notation
Simplified Music Notation
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— the key signature — accidentals throughout the bar — cancelling accidentals at the end of the bar — transposing double flats and sharps |
Learn to read Simplified Music Notation in minutes
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Explore advanced music and expand your repertoire |
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Read modern music free from the clutter of accidentals |
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Sight-reading is finally a pleasure instead of an ordeal |
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Even playing from traditional notation becomes easier |