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How Do Note Values Work in Music Notation?
Note Values ExplainedMusical notation not only tells us which pitches to play. It also tells us how long each note should last.
These durations are called note values.
The Basic Note ValuesThe most common note values are:
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Understanding Common Time SignaturesTime signatures tell us how beats are organized inside a bar. The top number indicates how many beats are contained in a bar, while the bottom number indicates which note value receives one… read more
Explain Bars, Meter and Rhythm in Music Theory for Beginners
What Are Bars, Meter and Rhythm in Music?Before learning scales, chords, harmony, or composition, it is important to understand how musical time is organized. Three concepts form the foundation of musical timing:
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