Dotted Notes (Junior Cert Music): Flashcards

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Dotted Notes
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Effect of dot on note length

Adds half of original value

Dotted semibreve duration

6 beats

Dotted minim duration

3 beats

Dotted crotchet duration

1.5 beats

Dotted quaver duration

¾ beat

Semibreve duration (no dot)

4 beats

Minim duration (no dot)

2 beats

Crotchet duration (no dot)

1 beat

Quaver duration (no dot)

½ beat

Where are dotted rhythms commonly found?

National anthems and marches

Irish anthem with dotted rhythms

Amhrán na bhFiann

Italian anthem with dotted rhythms

Fratelli d'Italia

Dot's value alone

No value; takes value from the note

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