Note Reading Progressions

Note Reading Progressions is a flexible collection of sequenced practice sets designed for use with the Note Rush app.

Instead of overwhelming students with too many notes at once, these progressive sets introduce notes in small, manageable groups to build confident, accurate note reading over time.

With 11 thoughtfully organized sets—including landmark-based progressions, accidentals, pentascales, key sets, ACE ledger lines, and Piano Safari Progressions (Bass C + Treble G + Skips Alphabet)—this resource supports a variety of teaching approaches.

Numbered sets, hyperlinks, QR Codes, and a CSV File make it easier than ever to track student learning and assign note practice at home.

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This resource contains 11 sequenced note progressions, organized into two categories.

LANDMARK-BASED PROGRESSION

Set 1: Bass F to Treble G
Set 2: Bass C to Treble C
Set 3: Grand Staff (Low F to High G)
Set 4: Ledger Lines
Set 5: Grand Staff + Ledger Lines

ADDITIONAL SETS

Set 6: All Accidentals (Grand Staff)
Set 7: Piano Safari–Style Note Progressions
Set 8: Pentascales – F, C, G majors + minors
Set 9: Pentascales – D, A, E majors + minors
Set 10: Key Sets – 0 sharps/flats, 1 sharp, 1 flat
Set 11: ACE Ledger Lines

Inside the file, you will find three different ways to access these 11 practice sets:

Individual pages for each set (11 pages)
Printable QR code address labels (11 pages)
A CSV file (provided via a hyperlink from which you can download the file in CSV format.)

This download is a Single-Teacher Studio License. You may save the file on your computer and print as many copies as needed for use with your own students, for life. You do not have permission to:

Alter, modify, create derivative works, or publicly display any part of this resource.
Distribute it electronically (e.g., via email or online) to anyone outside the scope of your license.
Distribute printed copies to others outside the allowed use stated above.

By downloading and using this resource, you agree to follow the rules laid out in this copyright notice. Failure to follow these terms will result in the termination of your license. There are no refunds.

If you have any questions about how your license applies, please contact Amy.

Thank you for respecting these terms and supporting independent creators like me!

Thank you for your Note Rush Sequenced assignment series. THEY ARE SO HELPFUL! I use the app more and more efficiently and a couple of my littles really like it. I also think you have sets in there I wouldn’t have thought of – there are so many! I have a couple of reluctant readers who can handle three notes, then six, etc., so the small groups in micro-progression work really well.

~Janna Williamson - Chicago, Illinois

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Note Reading Progressions: Flexible, Sequenced Practice Sets for the Note Rush

Is this resource for use in lessons or for at-home practice?
Either—or both. You can use these note sets during lessons, assign them for at-home practice, or do a combination of both. The flexible format makes it easy to adapt to your studio workflow.

Do my students need the Note Rush app to use this resource?
Yes, but only if you’re using it to assign note practice at home. You can also just use it during the lesson time.

Is this resource affiliated with or endorsed by Note Rush?
No. This product was independently created and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Note Rush.

What ages or levels is this best for?
All ages that are still in the note-learning stage!

Do I have to use all the sets in order?
Not at all. While the first five sets follow a landmark-based progression, the full collection is flexible. You can choose and assign any sets that fit your preferred note-reading approach.

How many note sets are included?
There are 11 main sequenced note progressions, and more than 70+ “micro” progressions throughout the 11 sets.

How do we access the note sets?
You can either click on a hperlink to open the set on the same device or scan a QR code to open it on another device. A CSV File is also included for those who use a practice app for assignments.

What if a student can’t scan the QR code?
Each label includes an image of the notes in that set, so students can manually select the correct notes in Note Rush if needed.

Can I use this with an online practice app?
Yes. A CSV file is included that contains hyperlinks to every item in each set. You can upload this into most online assignment apps for easy digital practice tracking.

Can I use this with multiple students?
Yes. Your purchase includes a studio license for use with your own private students.

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