Music: An Appreciation, 10th Edition (Kamien)

The Method Behind the Music

http://www.numbera.com/musictheory/theory/notation.aspx

A concise introduction to music theory and notation, including a Flash Keyboard. Basic instruction in conducting is also provided at this site.

Introduction to Reading Music

http://datadragon.com/education/reading/

Discussion of the basic elements of notation is expanded at this site to include information on time signatures, counting, and note shaping symbols.

Learn to Sight Sing

http://neilhawes.com/sstheory/sitesing.htm

In addition to including a basic overview of music theory, this site provides an interactive introduction to voice and ear training.

The History of Notation

http://www.funmusicco.com/musicteachersblog/2010/01/letter-names-in-musical-notation/

A brief introductory survey of the evolution of music notation, including the development of strategies for notating modern music, is provided here. Score excerpts are provided.

Using the websites provided above, answer the following questions.

1			Describe four useful strategies for learning to sight-sing more effectively.
2			Define the "grand staff."
3			What is the function of a clef?
4			Describe the two most commonly used clefs.
5			Identify and define the symbols for duration of both sound and silence.
6			How did the notation system evolve into its present form? What strategies are being employed for the representation of modern music?