Online Music Lessons Theory 3

Question 1

What is the relative minor of C major?

Accepted Answer

A minor

Answer

A minor is the relative minor of C major because both share the same key signature (no sharps or flats).

Question 2

Which rhythmic value receives one beat in 6/8 time?

Accepted Answer

Eighth note

Answer

In 6/8 time the eighth note is the basic unit, with six eighth notes per measure grouped in two sets of three.

Question 3

What is a 'suspension' in harmony?

Accepted Answer

A note held over from a chord that creates temporary dissonance

Answer

A suspension is a non-chord tone that is held (or repeated) from the previous chord, creating dissonance before resolving.

Question 4

Which clef is most commonly used for bass guitar notation?

Accepted Answer

Bass clef

Answer

Bass guitar is notated in the bass clef, which places middle C on the ledger line above the staff.

Question 5

What is the name for the lowest voice in a standard SATB choir?

Accepted Answer

Bass

Answer

In SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) choral writing, the bass is the lowest vocal part.

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