As previously mentioned, the notes are given specific values in which they are to be held in order for the melody to be recited. These notes are grouped together in a measure on the staff, divided by bars. A bar divides each measure and these divisions are given a sum value based on the time...
Category: Music Theory
Music Theory: Note Values
Notes are given a specific value of time in order to establish how long to hold that particular note. These values, along with the time signature (discussed in the next section) direct a musician on how to play the notes in a piece. After determining what note must be played, a musician must know how...
Music Theory: Notation
Music is written in notes on a staff or stave. These notes are A, B, C, D, E, F, and G. They do not go beyond G and do not necessarily start at A or end with G. Notes are placed on the staff to represent the pitch at which they are to be played....
Music Theory
Music theory is a set of practical disciplines that outline the methods and concepts composers, musicians, and others use in understanding, deconstructing, and creating music. Music theory allows musicians and composers to explain and describe elements found in any given piece, such as key signature, harmony, melody, and rhythm, Additionally, music theory helps composers and...