Sight Reading
Everything published on Viyolens under Sight Reading — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Common Sight Reading Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes that hold sight reading back are predictable, common, and entirely avoidable — here is a clear-eyed look at what they are and how to address each one.
Common Trinity Music Exams Mistakes to Avoid
Most Trinity music exam disappointments come down to a handful of avoidable preparation mistakes. Here is what to watch out for — and how to put it right.
Common Musical Notes Mistakes to Avoid
Most beginners make the same errors when learning to read music. This guide covers the six most common mistakes — and how to correct each one before it becomes a habit.
The Ultimate Guide to Sight Reading
Sight reading is the skill of performing music you have never seen before — and with the right approach, it is entirely learnable. This guide covers everything from the pre-reading scan to building a...
The Ultimate Guide to Sheet Music
Sheet music is the universal language of musicians — and once you crack the code, a vast repertoire opens up. Here's your complete, jargon-free guide to reading and using it.
Common Sheet Music Mistakes to Avoid
Almost every beginner makes the same set of stumbles when learning to read sheet music. Knowing what they are — and how to fix them — makes the whole process much less daunting.
Common Fake Books Mistakes to Avoid
A fake book's simplicity is exactly what trips people up. Here are the small, avoidable habits that catch even confident players, and the gentle fixes for each.
Common Drums Notation Mistakes to Avoid
The same handful of drum notation mistakes come up again and again. None are complicated to fix, just a shift in habit.
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Drums Notation
Drum notation resources for learning rhythms, reading parts and improving musical understanding.
Fake Books
Lead-sheet collections for jazz and working musicians, with melodies, chord symbols and practical gig-ready charts.
Musical Notes
Simple resources for learning note names, pitch, rhythm and the basics of reading music.
Sheet Music
Sheet music for lessons, performance and study, with printed and digital editions across many styles.
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Sight Reading
Sight reading books and exercises to improve quick reading, confidence and first-sight performance.
Trinity Music Exams
Books and repertoire for Trinity College London exam preparation, from early grades to advanced study.