Sight Reading (Leaving Cert Music): Flashcards
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Definition of sight reading
Definition of sight reading
Performing music for the first time without preparation
3 elements sight reading assesses
3 elements sight reading assesses
Pitch, rhythm, and dynamics
Max sharps/flats in key signatures (Higher Level)
Max sharps/flats in key signatures (Higher Level)
Four sharps/flats
Example of simple time signature
Example of simple time signature
4/4
Example of compound time signature
Example of compound time signature
6/8
2 articulation types to observe
2 articulation types to observe
Staccato and legato
Priority over minor errors in sight reading
Priority over minor errors in sight reading
Continuity
Musical patterns to identify when preparing
Musical patterns to identify when preparing
Scales, arpeggios, and common rhythmic motifs
Action when mistakes happen during exam
Action when mistakes happen during exam
Don't stop; keep going
Sight reading is about ___ & ___, not perfection
Sight reading is about ___ & ___, not perfection
Confidence and fluency