Identifying Major/Minor Keys Flashcards

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what to look for

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  • key signatures
  • beginning and ending pitches of phrases in both the melody and bass lines
  • accidentals
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key signature indicators

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  • identify the key centers with the given key signature

- remember the circle of fifths to figure out the key when you see the number of flats or sharps

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accidentals

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  • if accidentals appear, then ask, “why are they there?”
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audible recognition

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  • remember the whole step and half step patterns and listen for half steps
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