摘要 |
An apparatus is provided which employs a system of musical notation which represents musical notes in a form of numbers, 1 to 7. The note numbers are defined to be mutually relative and are independent of any particular musical pitch or musical key. Optionally, a plurality of colors is used to identify specific chord and note numbers. Optionally, musical chord patterns are identified by numbers. Optionally, musical chord patterns are identified by colors. Optionally, key numbers are shown beneath corresponding lyric text, to provide an indication of rhythm pertaining to a musical piece defined in the system of musical notation. Optionally, note numbers are arranged on at least one horizontal line when presented for musical performance. The apparatus, and method employed in association therewith, are capable of expediting students when learning to play an instrument controlled via a keyboard, thereby improving student musical enjoyment and improvement in musical performance skill. |