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What does reading notation involve interpreting from a musical score?

Pitch, rhythm, dynamics & articulation

Which two clefs are most commonly used in music notation?

Treble clef and bass clef

How many sharps or flats should you know for key signatures in the Leaving Cert Music exam?

Up to four sharps or flats

What is the British name for a quarter note?

Crotchet

Which of these is an example of simple time?

4/4

Which time signature is an example of compound time?

6/8

What does the dynamic marking 'crescendo' mean?

Getting louder

Which of these is an example of ornamentation in music notation?

Trills

What type of musical instruction is 'allegro'?

A tempo marking

What is a common mistake when reading key signatures?

Missing accidentals

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