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Music theory basics

Notes, intervals, scales, chords and rhythm — enough to read what you are playing.

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Question 1 of 8

An octave contains how many semitones?

Question 2 of 8

A major scale follows the pattern:

Question 3 of 8

A major triad is built from:

Question 4 of 8

In 4/4 time, the lower number tells you:

Question 5 of 8

A key signature with one sharp (F♯) indicates:

Question 6 of 8

Dynamics markings such as *p* and *f* control:

Question 7 of 8

An interval of a perfect fifth spans:

Question 8 of 8

Syncopation means:

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