Performing Arts: Music Theory

Flashcards covering key concepts of music theory including clefs, dynamics, rests, key signatures, and tempo.

What identifies the bass clef on the staff?

The bass clef is recognizable by the circle drawn on the left side and starts with the G-note on the line from the bottom.

What does a dotted note indicate about its duration?

A dotted note increases the duration by half of its original value.

What is pianissimo in dynamics?

Pianissimo (pp) means very soft.

What does crescendo mean in music dynamics?

Crescendo (cresc.) indicates a gradual increase in loudness.

What is the duration of a whole note rest?

A whole note rest lasts for 4 beats or a full measure.

What is the effect of a sharp sign on a note?

A sharp (♯) raises the pitch of a note by a half step.

What does the term 'tempo' refer to in music?

Tempo refers to the speed of the music or how fast it is played.

What is the BPM range for 'Largo'?

Largo is very slow, around 40-60 beats per minute.

How does a natural sign affect a note that is sharped?

A natural (♮) sign returns the note back to its original pitch, cancelling the sharp.

What is the difference between a half rest and a half note?

A half rest lasts for two beats and rests on top of the third line, while a half note lasts for two beats and is filled.