Beginner Music Theory Test Review

Front

What is the difference between legato and staccato?

Back

Legato = long and connected, Staccato = short and crisp

Front

What is the key signature?

Back

A major

Front

How many beats does a dotted half note get?

Back

3 beats

Front

Common time is the same as which time signature?

Back

4/4

Front

What is tempo?

Back

The speed of the music

Front

Which cancels a flat or sharp?

Back

Natural

Front

What is the key signature?

Back

G major

Front

True or false: A tie connects notes of the same pitch. A slur connects notes that have different pitches.

Back

True

Front

What is it called when two or more players play the same melody but begin at different times?

Back

Round

Front

What does a bar line do?

Back

It divides the staff into measures