A universal method for any instrument.

Incorporating numbers helps connect the dots musically.

It is a widely used concept. It's simple. And it’s very effective.

Simply assign a number to each note in the scale.

Sound out the melody using numbers. Then find the notes. Repeat.

Students are amazed that they just learned a tune, or a common jingle, or a solo, you name it.. by themselves. On whatever instrument they’re learning. By ear. Immediately.

Try this:

Sing these numbers to the melody of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

1 - 1 - 5 - 5 - 6 - 6 - 5 —

4 - 4 - 3 - 3 - 2 - 2 - 1 —

As long as you know the scale, you just learned all the notes.

You’re immediately playing the song, and connecting the dots, musically.

And you’re not likely to forget it.

Once you can hear the numbers, you can play anything.

It works on any instrument. In any key.

Now, sing a major scale in your head.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Guess this tune. (It’s the first half of a nursery rhyme)

1 - 2 - 3 - 1

1 - 2 - 3 - 1

3 - 4 - 5 —

3 - 4 - 5 —

If you can visualize these sounds you’re in the right place.

(Answer at the bottom of the page)

What you’ll learn:

Identify numbers by ear and notation.

Count and internalize rhythm.

Transcribe, transpose, and improvise.

Decipher chords and progressions.

Recognize melodic patterns.

Visualize sounds before creating.

These skills enable you to recognize error, self correct, and create your own musical sentences.

You won’t need someone else to show you or correct you.

Music will become more instinctual like speaking, and you’ll understand it.

Build security and confidence on your instrument - while making musical connections, fostering creativity, and improving your ear.