The seven note names

Key idea There are only 7 note names: C D E F G A B (Do Re Mi Fa Sol La Si). After B, the names start again at C.

The seven white keys in each 12-key pattern carry the seven names. Chord symbols, lead sheets, and most apps use letters, while many teachers say Do Re Mi. Knowing both pays off.

• C = Do
• D = Re
• E = Mi
• F = Fa
• G = Sol
• A = La
• B = Si (Ti)

Find each note from the black keys

• C: just left of the two. D: between the two. E: just right of the two.
• F: just left of the three. G and A: inside the three. B: just right of the three.