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Simple Meters
ASSIGNMENT 2.1
I. Notation basics
A. Circle any notation errors on the left, then renotate the entire exercise correctly on the right.
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B. For each rhythmic value or rest notated on the first staff, notate the corresponding rest or note on the
second staff. When you notate pitches, write the correct rhythmic value for any pitch you choose.
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II. ldentifyi,ng meter
Write the meter signatures and meter type (e.g., simple duple) for each of the following melodies.
A. J. S. Bach, Minuet, from Cello Suite No. l in G Major, mm. 25-32
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B. Clara Schumann, "Liebst du um Schonheit;' mm. 3-6
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. F Major, K. 332, mvt. 1, mm. J-9
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III. Counting rhythms perfonn
lines and write the counts below the score. Then
For each rhythm provided, add the missing bar
the rhythm.
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F. Pentz, 0rsted, Allen, Bieber, Levin, Sheeran,
measure is incomplete)
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