Music Theory Flashcards
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How many semitones make up an octave?
Answer: 12
An octave consists of 12 semitones in Western music.
Which clef is most commonly used for treble instruments?
Answer: Treble clef
The treble clef, also called the G clef, is used for higher-pitched instruments like violin and flute.
What does a time signature of 3/4 indicate?
Answer: Three quarter notes per measure
A 3/4 time signature means three beats per measure with the quarter note receiving one beat.
Which interval is formed between C and G?
Answer: A fifth
C to G spans five letter names (C, D, E, F, G), making it a perfect fifth.
What is the relative minor of C major?
Answer: A minor
A minor shares the same key signature (no sharps or flats) as C major, making it the relative minor.
A whole step equals how many half steps?
Answer: 2
One whole step equals two half steps (semitones) in standard Western tuning.