Definitions
What is it called when you adjust the strings of a guitar to the correct pitches?
tuning
How many semitones are in a whole tone?
2
What letter note comes after G?
A
On a piano, what are the black keys?
Sharps and flats (accidentals)
What kind of chord sounds sad?
minor chords
What does a sharp do?
Raise a note one semitone
What note is 2 whole tones up from C?
E
What is another name for G#?
Ab
every fret on the guitar does what to the note of the string?
raises it one semitone
3
What is an octave?
The space between two of the same note: Ex. C to the next C
What note is one semitone below F?
E
In the key of C, which chord/note will sound like “home”?
C
What note of the chord do bass players usually play?
the root / first note of the chord
What is the general pattern for the notes in a chord?
1, 3, 5
What is a natural?
It undoes a sharp or flat
for ex: in the key of F, all Bs are flat, so you would only play a regular B if it had a natural sign
How many semitones are there between A and the D above it?
5
What note is sharp in the key of G?
F#
What is the name of the drum that drummers hit with a kick pedal?
bass drum
What are the four most common guitar/pop/worship chords?
G, D, C, Em
*up to leaders' discretion*
3.5
What notes are sharp in the key of D?
F# and C#
What notes are the strings on the guitar in order?
E A D G B E
What is a suspended chord and what is its purpose?
A chord with dissonance; adds "flavour" and makes the resolution sound even more satisfying