Musical notations

Musical notation is a system of symbols used to represent sounds and rhythms on paper, guiding performers how to play or sing a piece. It includes notes that indicate pitch (how high or low a sound is), duration (how long it lasts), and dynamics (loudness). Staff lines provide a visual framework for pitch, while symbols like clefs, rests, and accidentals add detail. Time signatures specify rhythm structure, and markings such as crescendo or forte guide expression. Together, these elements communicate a composer’s intentions, enabling performers to reproduce music consistently and accurately.