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sixteenth note
/sˈɪkstiːnθ nˈoʊt/
/sˈɪkstiːnθ nˈəʊt/
semiquaverSixteenth note
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a musical note symbol representing a duration equal to one sixteenth of the value of a whole note
What is a "sixteenth note"?
A sixteenth note is a musical symbol that represents a duration equal to one-sixteenth of the length of a whole note. It is depicted as a filled circle with a stem and two flags. This note lasts for a quarter of the time of a quarter note. Sixteenth notes are used to create very fast rhythms and add intricate details to a piece of music, allowing for rapid note sequences within a measure.
Example
The melody began with a sixteenth note, introducing a rapid rhythmic pattern.
Understanding the timing of each individual sixteenth note is essential for maintaining precision in music performance.
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