Essentials of Music Theory: Elementary

by Carl E. Gardner

. Middle C is found on the first ledger line below the G clef, thus:

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The tenor or C clef is for the use of medium voices or instruments. Its symbol shows the position of middle C. This clef is movable and may place middle C on any line or space of the staff. Its most common position is on the third line of the staff, thus:

. It is not uncommon, however, to find it on the second or fourth line. For vocal music it is often written in the third space.

The bass or F clef is for the use of low voices or instruments. Its symbol shows the position of the F next below middle C, thus:

. Middle C is found on the first ledger line above the F clef, thus: