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Half note
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a note symbol that represents a duration equal to half the value of a whole note, typically lasting for two beats in 4/4 time
What is a "half note"?
A half note is a musical symbol that represents a duration of two beats in common time. It is depicted as a hollow circle with a stem. In written music, a half note is held for half the length of a whole note, making it shorter but still providing a sustained sound that lasts for two beats if the measure is in 4/4 time. It is used to create rhythm and structure in music, allowing for a mix of long and short note durations.
Example
In the sheet music, the composer marked the half note with a hollow oval shape.
The conductor instructed the musicians to emphasize the half note at the beginning of each measure.
The conductor emphasized the importance of holding the half notes for their full duration to maintain the tempo.
As the music teacher, he taught the students to count the beats accurately when playing half notes.
The melody features a series of half notes, creating a flowing rhythm throughout the piece.
