Every time signature, recapped
Simple time
Learn these by heart
| Beat | Duple | Triple | Quadruple |
|---|---|---|---|
| minim | | | |
| crotchet | | | |
| quaver | | | |
In simple time each beat is a plain note that divides into two. The top number counts the beats, and the bottom number names the note: 2 a minim, 4 a crotchet, 8 a quaver.
Quick check
How would you describe ?
Compound time
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| Beat | Duple | Triple | Quadruple |
|---|---|---|---|
| dotted minim | | | |
| dotted crotchet | | | |
| dotted quaver | | | |
In compound time each beat is a dotted note that divides into three: the top number is 6, 9 or 12. Divide it by 3 for the beats: has two dotted crotchet beats.
Quick check
What is the beat in ?
Remember
- Simple: plain beats in two; top number 2, 3 or 4.
- Compound: dotted beats in three; top number 6, 9 or 12, divided by 3.
This question is in Brainlag Plus