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Music Theory: Understanding Bb

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What is the key signature of B-flat major?

One flat
One sharp
Two flats (correct)
No sharps or flats

B-flat as a chord is a minor chord.

False (B)

B♭ is a semitone lower than the note ____.

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What is B♭ (Bb)?

A musical note that is a semitone lower than B, and enharmonically equivalent to A#.

What is B-flat major?

A major key based on B♭ with a key signature of two flats; its parallel minor is G minor.

What notes form a Bb chord?

A major chord consisting of the notes B♭, D, and F, commonly used in popular music.

Study Notes

In music theory, Bb can refer to several distinct concepts:
- A note
- A key
- A chord

Note

Bb is a musical note.
It is a semitone lower than B.
It is enharmonically equivalent to A#.
In many European countries, "Bb" is used instead of "B" to denote the note B♭, while "H" is used for the note B.

Key

B-flat major is a major key based on B♭.
Its key signature has two flats.
Its parallel minor is G minor.
B-flat minor is a minor key based on B♭.
Its key signature has five flats.
Its relative major is D♭ major (or C♯ major).

Chord

Bb is a chord.
It is a major chord.
It consists of the notes Bb, D, and F.
It is often used in popular music.

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