Music Theory Quiz

For the following time signatures, explain what the top and bottom number represent: a) 6/8 time

For the following time signatures, explain what the top and bottom number represent: b) 5/4 time

Common time may be written as ________ or ________.

Cut time may be written as ________ or ________.

State an example of a time signature in simple meter: ________

State an example of a time signature in compound meter: ________

State three ways to achieve syncopation in music: a) ________ b) ________ c) ________

In simple time, eighth notes are typically grouped in _________.

In compound time, eighth notes are typically grouped in _________.

What part of a beat is considered strong? _________.