On the line, write whether the pair of notes represents a half step (H) or whole step (W).
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify whether each pair of notes on the staff represents a half step (H) or a whole step (W). This involves analyzing the musical intervals on the provided musical staff.
Answer
W, H, H, W, H
The pairs (left to right) are: W, H, H, W, H.
Answer for screen readers
The pairs (left to right) are: W, H, H, W, H.
More Information
In Western music, recognizing intervals as half or whole steps is crucial for understanding scales and chords. Half steps occur between two adjacent keys on a piano, while whole steps incorporate a key between them.
Tips
Common mistake is confusing half steps and whole steps, especially on white keys without intervening black keys (e.g., E-F, B-C).
Sources
- Lesson 18 Half and Whole Steps - rcboe.org
- Half Steps, Whole Steps, and Accidentals – Open Music Theory - viva.pressbooks.pub
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