What's the purpose?

Key signatures, like road signs, are intended to help and inform but many early musicians are mystified by them.

It's because key signatures provide essential information in somewhat of a secret code.

KEY 7 is packed with tips, games, and activities to help musicians crack the code of key signatures so they can follow the signs with confidence as they read sheet music, take theory tests, improvise, compose, etc.

What's the reason behind the name Key 7?

The word "key" is not surprising but the number 7 may be a bit puzzling. The number 7 is found in the patterns that appear in key signatures. There are 7 sharps and 7 flats. Cool Fact! Every key signature has a partner key signature that when added together, equal 7.

The key of C has zero sharps and C# has seven. 0 + 7 = 7

The key of D has two sharps and Db has 5 flats. 2 + 5 =7

Where's the answer key?

When students want to check their work/answers, make sure they consult the Circle of Keys Chart included in Key 7.

What's included?

• How to Assemble instructions

• How to Play instructions

• Flashcards: Numbers 0-7, Flat and Sharp Key Signatures, Key Names, Relative Minor, Key 7 Logo (to print on the back side of cards)

• Order of Sharps and Flats chart

• Jumbo Flashcards (excellent for group and/or online lessons)

• Jumbo Grand Staff (print and place in plastic pockets for students to practice drawing sharps and flats with dry erase marker) https://amzn.to/3I93mvC

• Label Templates (print on Avery stickers to adhere onto can carriers and lids)

• Circle of Keys Chart

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