Musical Notation Basics

What does a treble clef symbol indicate in sheet music?

• Lyrics

• Instrumentation

• Pitch range of notes

• Time signature

How many beats does a whole note receive?

• 2

• 8

• 6

• 4

What is the symbol used to indicate a sharp in music notation?

• #

• X

• !

• *

What does a dot next to a note indicate in music notation?

• Crescendo

• Fermata

• Staccato

• Legato

What is the purpose of a time signature in sheet music?

• To show the key signature

• To indicate the tempo of the piece

• To indicate the number of beats in each measure and which note value receives one beat.

• To specify the dynamics of the music

What does a slur indicate in music notation?

• Silent and muted play of notes

• Abrupt and staccato play of notes

• Loud and fortissimo play of notes

• Smooth and connected play of notes

What is the symbol used to indicate a flat in music notation?

• n

• s

• b

• f

How many lines are there in a standard staff in music notation?

• 10

• 7

• 5

• 3

What does a crescendo indicate in music notation?

• Gradual increase in loudness or intensity

• Change in key signature

• Complete silence

• Sudden decrease in tempo

What is the purpose of a key signature in sheet music?

• To show the composer's favorite color

• To indicate the key of the piece and specify which notes are sharp or flat.

• To indicate the time signature

• To display the temperature of the room