What are Notes 🎵

• Notes are simply symbols that represent sounds.
• Western music uses 12 distinct notes to represent unique sounds.

• Notes can be represented by letters instead of numbers.
• Think of it as a musical alphabet for easy reference.

Sharps and Flats ♯

• The notes with the hash sign (♯) are called sharps.
• The notes without sharps are called natural notes.
• Sharps notes (♯) have alternate names known as flats (♭).
• For example, C♯ is equivalent to D♭.

The Octaves 🎶

• The grid controller lays out notes from bottom left to top right.
• It starts with C, progresses to B, and repeats the cycle.
• The span from C to B is called an Octave.
• Every time the pattern repeats a new Octave begins.

Take Your Time 🧘‍♀

• Using a grid controller is similar to mastering a computer keyboard.
• Initially, you'll rely on looking at the controller to find the right notes.
• With practice, your muscle memory will guide you, and you'll intuitively know which button produces which sound.