Theory 6- Time Signatures- simple meters

Welcome to Time Signatures!

These will be your road maps that will help guide you along the path to success in music! 

WARNING: Do not ever try to rush or slow down the tempo! YOU WILL DIE

Simple time signatures consist of two numerals, one stacked above the other:

• the lower numeral indicates the note value which represents one beat (the "beat unit");
• the upper numeral indicates how many such beats there are in a bar.

 , is sometimes used for ⁴⁴ time, also called common time or imperfect time

 is used for 2/2 time—more precisely, a doubling of the speed, or proportio dupla, in duple meter.

(Also called "cut time" or "cut common time".)

Example: 4/4 would mean that there are four beats in the measure and the quarter note gets the beat (in other words it means that the quarter note is worth one beat.)

How to count:

4/4 = 1+2+3+4

2/4= 1+2

4/2+ 1+2+3+4 (in this one, the numbers are half notes and the +'s are quarter notes)

2/2= 1+

1/1= 1+

Theory 5- Note and rest values

Below are the note names and equivalent rests.

                                  VALUES

Whole Note            =         4 quarter notes

Half Note                =         2 quarter notes
Quarter Note          =         1 quarter note
Eighth Note            =         1/2 quarter note
Sixteenth Note        =         1/4 quarter note or 1/2 of 8th note

how many beats per note is dependent on the time signature.

Theory 4- Clef

There are many Clefs in music, but you will most likely run into two or three. A clef is a musical symbol used to indicate the pitch of written notes. Below are a few examples and their names.

This is the "G Clef" or " Treble Clef." This is used for higher voices

This is the "Modified G Clef"

The 8 attached to the bottom means it is 8 notes, or one octave below a normal G Clef,

An 8 above would mean the inverse. This is used mostly for the tenor voice to substitute for the C Clef.

This is the "C Clef" or "Tenor Clef" and was primarily used for the tenor voice until proven obsolete and is now used for Viola.. (I put it up for fun!)

This is an "F Clef" or a "Bass Clef." This is used for low voices

Theory 3- The Staff

The following Diagram is of the note names on the Bass Staff and Treble Staff

Us musicians with our HUGE imaginations have came up with a few tricks to remember the order of the notes.

For the Treble Staff:

Spaces= F A C E

Lines= Elvis's Guitar Broke Down Friday

For the Bass Staff:

Spaces= All Cows Eat Grass

Lines= Good Boys Do Fine Always

Theory 2- Repeat Sign

A repeat sign indicates to repeat a section, then if the music goes on after the repeat sign, then you move on to the next bar when done.

Say on the syllable "Tah" while keeping a steady beat by taping your finger to your chest plate.

Theory 1 - Solfege

Do is tonic and is the center note in which all other notes are anchored to.

Exercise 11

Exercise 11 Introduction

Rhythm

Exercise 10

Part 1

Part 2

Exercise 9

Part 1

Part 2

Homophonic and Polyphonic

Homophonic

Polyphonic

Exercise 8

Part 1

Part 2

Exercise 7

Part 1

Part 2

Exercise 7 Introduction

Exercise 6

Part 1

Part 2

Exercise 5

Part 1

Exercise 4

First practice by saying the rhythm on the syllable "Tah," While keeping a steady beat on your chest. 

Part 1

Part 2

Exercise 3

Exercise 2

Part 1 soundtrack

Part 2 soundtrack

Both parts together

Exercise 1

Exercise 1 soundtrack
Sing along with the music and practice keeping a steady beat, try taping out the beat on your chest.

Etiquette and Guidelines

Don't think of theses as "rules," but rather, tips for success!

• Please refrain from placing your phalanges in your pockets, unless you are looking to anger Mr. Silva
• Withdraw the urge to carry on needless conversation during rehearsal
• Give your 100% to get the job done right, because why not get it right the first time, rather than do it a million times wrong.
• Don't be afraid to be BOLD, I can assure you that if you make a loud mistake it will make us more happy than if you don't let us know how to fix it.
• One last thing, Don't you darn piss me off.. It is in your BEST interest. :D I WILL HUMILIATE YOU.

Cantique de jean racine

Here are a few Youtube links to aid you in figuring out your part.

this guys is actually from France, so trust his french: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOtYmu3MShI&feature=related

This is another if you want to learn it with out the words: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKZ67Xs4PmM&feature=related

And then I just couldn't resist..: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T55S0LGGgak&feature=related

Best full score: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKwHiGg21KA

Tenors are the best

Welcome to the Tenor section blogspot! Here you can find helpful information to assist you in growing as a musician.