Music Theory for Beginners The Dotted Half Note

The video tutorial explains the concept of half notes and introduces the dotted half note. It begins by describing the half note, which is held for two beats, and then introduces the dot, which adds half the value of the note it accompanies. The tutorial uses a metaphor of a big and little brother to illustrate how the dot adds one beat to the half note, resulting in a dotted half note that equals three beats. The video concludes with a review and application of the dotted half note in music.

What is the duration of a half note?

• One beat

• Two beats

• Three beats

• Four beats

How does the dot affect the value of the half note?

• It doubles the value

• It adds one beat

• It halves the value

• It adds half of the half note's value

What is the role of the dot in relation to the half note?

• It acts as a parent

• It acts as a little brother

• It acts as a big brother

• It acts as a friend

What is the total beat count of a dotted half note?

• Five beats

• Three beats

• Two beats

• Four beats

What is the name of the note that combines a half note and a dot?

• Dotted whole note

• Dotted eighth note

• Dotted quarter note

• Dotted half note