The Bass Clef - How to Read Piano Notes in the Lower Register of the Piano

In the previous piano lesson we've learned to read piano notes on the treble clef which is used to state tones that are located above middle C (If you need a reminder click here.)

The bass clef will help us reading notes that are located under middle C.
Why do we need an other clef? Because If we'd like to write or read notes under middle C with the treble clef we will have to count too many ledger lines.
Instead we will use a new clef that will allow the lower notes to be located on the staff more comfortabely.

The Bass Clef

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The Direction of the Stems of the Notes

Notes have stems. Each stem has direction. When they are set above the middle line or on it their stems will point point down.
Notes below the middle line point will point down.

Before we continue, here are some small melodies for the left hand.

Now that we know how to read and play notes on the bass staff lets see how notes are arranged together on the grand staff. By learning to read notes on the grand staff we will be able to play musical pieces with both hands.