6th Grade Definitions
This variation of a typical bar line indicates that the music has reached its end.
What is a double bar line?
This is the first sharp in a key signature.
What is F#?
Light and detached. Often described as short.
What is staccato?
Usually represented by a large arrow or "alligator mouth", this symbol tells you to gradually get quieter as you play.
What is a decrescendo?
A D major scale has this many sharps in the key signature.
What is 2 sharps?
This other curved line tells you to play two or more different notes in the same bow direction.
What is a slur?
Two dots on a barline, two dots on a barline!
What is a repeat?
The second sharp in a key signature.
What is C#?
This short line over a note tells you to hold the note for it's full value.
What is a tenuto?
Often confused with another curved line, this one tells you to add the lengths of the same notes/pitches together.
What is a tie?
The C major scale features this many sharps or flats.
What is none?
To attack the note.
What is an accent?
This small line which passes through, just above, or just below super high or super low notes to extend the staff.
What is a ledger line?
This is the first flat in a key signature.
What is Bb?
The Italian term for when Mr. Tuning says "slong" (slow+long)
What is legato?