Score Reading Theory Flashcards

1
Q

What does a2 mean on a music score.

A

both players on the staff are to play the single part in unison.

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2
Q

What clef does the viola use

A

alto

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3
Q

Explain arco

A

Play strings with bow

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4
Q

Explain how the piccolo is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

It sounds an octave higher than it is written

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5
Q

Explain how the double bass is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

Sounds an octave lower than it is written

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6
Q

Explain how the clarinet in A is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

Sounds a minor 3rd lower than it is written

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7
Q

Explain how the B flat trumpet is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

Sounds a major 2nd lower than it is written

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8
Q

Explain how the Trumpet in F is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

It sounds a perfect 4th higher than it is written

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9
Q

Explain how the clarinet in B flat is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

Sounds a major 2nd lower than it is written

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10
Q

Explain how the cor anglais is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

Sounds a perfect 5th lower than it is written

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11
Q

Explain how the horn in F is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

Sounds a perfect 5th lower than it is written

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12
Q

Explain how the Horn in B flat is written and sounds as a transposing instrument.

A

Sounds a major 2nd lower than it is written

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13
Q

What is the abbreviation for harp on the score

A

A-arpa

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14
Q

What is the abbreviation for bassoon on the score

A

Fg-fagott

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15
Q

What is the abbreviation for bass drum on the score

A

Gr C- Grand Cassa

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16
Q

What is the abbreviation for cymbals on the score

A

P-piatti

17
Q

Explain unis

A

Unison- All players play together in unison.

18
Q

Div.

A

Players divide into separate parts