Magic Beans!

Ben Crosland

Notes whose lengths are equal to one-eighth the value of a whole note or half the value of a quarter note.

A type of texture where the contour of the notes in one hand is the exact opposite to that of the other hand as they play simultaneously.

A type of articulation indicating the player to play smoothly and seamlessly, with the notes slightly overlapped.

Symbols that indicate playing a note or range of notes either an octave higher or lower than notated.

Notes whose lengths are equal to one-fourth the value of a whole note.

The same note that occurs several times in a row throughout a piece.

A type of articulation indicating the player to play short and light; notes not held for their full value.

Two notes connected together smoothly where the second note is played softer and lighter.

A method of teaching piano music without notation; usually by copying the teacher.