Which time signature fits?
Worked example: five crotchets
Add up one bar, then find the signature that holds exactly that much.
- In crotchets: 1 and a half, a half, then three crotchets: 5.
- No dotted groups: the beat is a crotchet.
- Five crotchet beats: .
Quick check
A bar adds up to 7 quavers, grouped 2 + 2 + 3. Which time signature fits?
The grouping decides
Two time signatures can hold the same amount: and both hold six quavers. The beams decide: pairs show crotchet beats, threes show dotted beats.
Quick check
A bar holds six quavers beamed in three pairs. Which fits?
Remember
- Add up one bar, in crotchets.
- Same total? The grouping decides.
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