The alto clef is a C clef: its middle line is middle C. Read its lines and spaces from there; and the treble and bass staves now go to four ledger lines.
A C clef
The alto clef is a C clef: the point where its two curves meet marks middle C, on the middle line.
- Lines, bottom to top: F A C E G.
- Spaces, bottom to top: G B D F.
The viola reads it.
Quick check
In the alto clef, which note is on the middle line?
The rest of this lesson and its 4 practice questions are in Plus.
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- 4 exam-style questions, marked as you go, each with a worked solution
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