Music Theory Accidentals

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When a flat, sharp, or natural appears in music, it is called an...

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Accidental

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sharp

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flat

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natural

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What is a natural sign?

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A symbol that cancels out all sharps and flats.

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What is the purpose of the flat sign?

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it lowers the pitch one half step

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What is the meaning of the sharp sign?

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It raises the pitch one half step

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When speaking of sharp, flat or natural notes, the word (i.e. sharp) comes __________ the letter name.

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After

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Which is correct?

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Which is correct?

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