Music Theory for Kids The Half Note

The video tutorial introduces the concept of half notes in music, explaining their appearance and origin through a story about Mr. Music. It describes how half notes differ from quarter notes and assigns them two beats, using the sound 'ta-ah' to represent this duration. The tutorial concludes with a review and practice of the half note's characteristics.

What is unique about the appearance of a half note compared to a quarter note?

• It is larger in size.

• It has a colored-in note head.

• It has a hollow note head.

• It has a double stem.

Who is credited with the creation of the half note in the story?

• Mr. Harmony

• Mr. Music

• Mr. Melody

• Mr. Rhythm

How many beats does a half note receive?

• Two beats

• Four beats

• Three beats

• One beat

What name is given to the half note when performing rhythms?

• La-la

• Do-re

• Ta-ah

• Ti-ti

How many plates are needed to represent the beats of a half note?

• One plate

• Two plates

• Three plates

• Four plates