Music theory charts
One-page reference charts for reading music, working with keys and chords, and a few instrument-specific jobs like capo positions and drum notation. Each one prints on a single sheet and comes with a short explanation of how to use it.
Reading music
Piano keys labeled
Every key named, plus a piano notes chart
The music staff
Lines, spaces and the parts of a staff
Ledger lines
Notes above and below the treble and bass staves
Time signatures
What 4/4, 3/4, 6/8 and the rest mean
Clef notes
Treble, bass, alto and tenor, with note quizzes
Music symbols
49 symbols and what they mean
Grand staff notes
Every note from G2 to F5
Keys and harmony
Instruments
Music theory charts: frequently asked questions
Are these music theory charts free?
Yes. Every chart is free to print or download as a PDF or PNG, for personal or classroom use, with no account.
What size do the charts print at?
Each chart is a single portrait page that fits US Letter and A4. The PDF download is set to Letter; the PNG can be printed at any size.
Which chart should a beginner start with?
Start with the music staff and the clef notes for your instrument, then the piano keys chart if you play keyboard. Key signatures and the circle of fifths come next.
Blank paper to go with them
Charts are for reading; practice happens on paper. Print blank staff paper, grand staff paper or guitar tab, or make your own layout in the music paper generator.