play by ear

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play by ear

Meaning:

• learn music by ear
• to play by remembering the tune, without printed music
• to play a musical instrument by remembering the tune and not by reading the music

Examples:

1. My sister learned to play the piano by ear when she was a child.
2. Hey, Jill I can play the keyboard by ear, without printed music.
3. I never tried to play the guitar by ear but I can try for you.
4. One friend of mine easily play the Saxophone by ear.
5. After a hard work of many year finally I’ve been able to play any music instrument by ear now.

See also: play it by ear

About the Author

Elena Jones holds a PhD in Education from Harvard University. She has extensive experience teaching at both the K–12 and university levels, with a particular focus on English as a Second Language. Elena has dedicated her career to advancing educational practices, and she has contributed to numerous educational journals.

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