The Octave
An octave is the range of eight notes of a major scale. The first note and the last note of a major scale always have the same name. In the C major scale the distance from Middle C to the C note above it (or below it) is one octave (eight notes).
The next five songs use the notes from the C major scale. Pay close attention to any fingering numbers above the notes. It is important to use the indicated fingering, as this will make the songs easier to play. Use this same fingering every time you play the songs.
Suggested Rhythm: Waltz
On the recording there are five drumbeats to introduce this song.
Suggested Rhythm: Waltz
On the recording there are four bars introduction to this song.
Suggested Rhythm: Country
On the recording there are three drumbeats to introduce this song.
Suggested Rhythm: Cha-Cha
On the recording there is a one bar introduction to this song. Thelead-in note is played on the fourth beat of the introduction.
Suggested Rhythm: Rock
Things to Remember
- You can now play the songs on pages 23 to 26 of Supplementary Songbook A.
