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Sixteenth 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 composer used the sixteenth note to infuse the composition with energy and momentum.
The melody began with a sixteenth note, introducing a rapid rhythmic pattern.
As the tempo increased, the pianist executed the flurry of sixteenth notes with agility and control.
Understanding the timing of each individual sixteenth note is essential for maintaining precision in music performance.
He practiced playing the sixteenth note with metronomic accuracy to ensure rhythmic consistency.
