Music History - Guidonian Hand

Music History - Guidonian Hand

Assessment

Interactive Video

Performing Arts

10th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video explores medieval music notation, contrasting it with modern notation. It explains the hexachord system, where each note has a unique name based on its position. The Guidonian hand, a tool for learning music by rote, is introduced, showing how it helps musicians remember notes. The video concludes with an invitation to explore further resources.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the hexachord system in medieval music?

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Explain how the notes were arranged on the Guidonian hand.

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