Sight Reading Introductory Exercise 4

Chords

This simple exercise uses basic open chords. Play the chords first.

Melody

On measures 12 and 27, there is an F♯. This means you play the note F but raise it by one half stepThe smallest possible step, consisting of a minor second. For instance, fret I and fret II are separated by a half step., or one fret. This would be on the II^nd fret of the high “E” string, or the VII^th fret of the “B” string. Pay careful attention to these two accidentalAny named note whose pitch is modified by a sharp (♯) or flat (♭) symbol. This even includes notes that are returned to a non-sharp or non-flat by the natural symbol (♮).s.

Position

This should be read in Position I or Position V. (In the open position or at the V^th fret.) It is recommended to read it in both positions.

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