Pitches Flashcards
What is the Hz for middle C? What is its Scientific Pitch Notation?
261.62 hertz
C4
What is the low E on the electric or upright bass in Hz and in Scientific Pitch Notation?
41.20 Hz
E1
What is Scientific Pitch Notation?
Labelling notes with a letter and a number, like E1 or G4. The number starts over on C, not on A. So the next note after B4 is C5.
What is the low C string on a cello in Hz and in Scientific Pitch Notation?
65.4 Hz
C2
How long is the wavelength for middle C?
(Assume A = 440 Hz)
About 1 1/3 meters
(1.3187 M)
How long is the wavelength for the lowest note of the cello?
(Assume A = 440 Hz)
C2 = 527.47cm
(over 5 meters)
How long is the wavelength for the tuning A?
A440 = A4
78.41 cm
Can a violin play middle C?
Yes. The lowest string is G3, which is a fourth below middle C
