A1 noun Neutral

time signature

/taɪm ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/

A time signature is a set of two numbers at the beginning of a piece of music. It tells the musician how many beats are in each measure and which note value represents one beat.

Ejemplos

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1

Look at the time signature to see if the song is in 4/4 or 3/4.

Look at the time signature to see if the song is in 4/4 or 3/4.

2

The conductor explained the complex time signature to the orchestra.

The conductor explained the complex time signature to the orchestra.

3

Hey, what's the time signature for this new pop song?

Hey, what's the time signature for this new pop song?

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
time signature
Relacionado
signature
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Truco para recordar

Think of it as a 'sign' that tells you how much 'time' (beats) is in every box (measure) of the music.

Quiz rápido

The ______ at the start of the sheet music shows there are four beats in every bar.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: time signature

Ejemplos

1

Look at the time signature to see if the song is in 4/4 or 3/4.

everyday

Look at the time signature to see if the song is in 4/4 or 3/4.

2

The conductor explained the complex time signature to the orchestra.

formal

The conductor explained the complex time signature to the orchestra.

3

Hey, what's the time signature for this new pop song?

informal

Hey, what's the time signature for this new pop song?

4

A change in time signature can significantly alter the rhythmic feel of a composition.

academic

A change in time signature can significantly alter the rhythmic feel of a composition.

5

Please ensure the time signature is correctly labeled in the digital file for the client.

business

Please ensure the time signature is correctly labeled in the digital file for the client.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
time signature
Relacionado
signature

Colocaciones comunes

common time signature common time signature
change the time signature change the time signature
simple time signature simple time signature
read the time signature read the time signature
complex time signature complex time signature

Frases Comunes

in 4/4 time

in 4/4 time

odd time signature

odd time signature

set the time signature

set the time signature

Se confunde a menudo con

time signature vs key signature

A key signature tells you which notes are sharp or flat, while a time signature tells you the rhythm and beats.

time signature vs tempo

Tempo is the speed of the music (fast or slow), while time signature is the organization of the beats.

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Notas de uso

Use this term when talking about the numbers at the start of a musical staff. It is usually spoken as 'the time signature of the piece'.

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Errores comunes

Many students confuse 'time signature' with 'tempo'. Remember that the signature is about the count (1-2-3-4), not how fast the song goes.

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Truco para recordar

Think of it as a 'sign' that tells you how much 'time' (beats) is in every box (measure) of the music.

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Origen de la palabra

From the word 'time' (referring to musical rhythm) and 'signature' (a sign or identifying mark).

Patrones gramaticales

countable noun often follows the definite article 'the' plural: time signatures
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Contexto cultural

In most Western pop and rock music, the 4/4 time signature is so common it is officially called 'Common Time'.

Quiz rápido

The ______ at the start of the sheet music shows there are four beats in every bar.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: time signature

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melody

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A melody is a sequence of musical notes that are pleasant to listen to and form a main tune. It is the part of a song that people usually hum or sing along with.

note

A1

In music, a note is a single sound with a specific pitch and length. It also refers to the written symbol on a page that tells a musician which sound to play.

scale

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A musical scale is a set of musical notes ordered by pitch, going up or down in a specific pattern. It acts like a ladder of sounds that musicians use to create melodies and harmonies.

sharp

A1

In music, a sharp is a symbol (#) that tells a player to play a note one half-step higher. It also refers to the specific note that has been raised.

flat

A1

In music, a flat is a symbol (♭) that tells a musician to play a note a half-step lower than usual. It also describes a sound or voice that is slightly lower than the correct musical pitch.

beat

A1

The regular pulse or rhythm in a piece of music that you can clap your hands or tap your feet to. It is the basic unit of time in a song that helps musicians stay together.

bar

A1

In music, a bar is a short section of music that contains a specific number of beats. It is shown on paper by vertical lines that divide the musical staff into equal parts.

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A1

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violin

A1

A musical instrument with four strings that is held under the chin and played with a bow. It is known for its high-pitched, expressive sound and is used in many types of music, especially classical and folk.

viola

A1

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