Song Structure This lesson discusses the structure of full pieces of music. You will learn about sections such as verses and chorus's and the orders they often come in.
Sticking, An Introduction Sticking marks are used to specify the order hands are used in and can be essential when parts become more complicated. This lesson gives some notes on this topic.
Structure Markings Structure markings are shown in the left margin to help keep your place, learn about the abbreviations used here.
Swing Time Notation An explanation of the marking you sometimes see after the tempo that changes the way notation is read.
Syncopation Basics - A Sixteenth Note Example Tempo refers to the speed a piece of music is played at, learn more in this free lesson.
Syncopation Basics - An Eighth Note Example An introduction to what syncopation is featuring written examples.
Time Signatures This is an absolutely essential topic to at least know the basics of as it is the basis of all things rhythmic. Learn what the two numbers mean and what you will and won't see in a time signature.
Tips On Learning A Song From Sheet Music Dan Brigstock gives some advice on the learning process when using sheet music.