Music Theory: Note Values and Rhythms
Knowing the difference between a whole note, half note, quarter note, and other common note values can make it easier to read rhythms, learn new
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Knowing the difference between a whole note, half note, quarter note, and other common note values can make it easier to read rhythms, learn new
We asked several faculty members at the 2026 CLEF Summer Program about their advice for liturgical musicians. Their wisdom ranges from advice on understanding the
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The sustain pedal on piano is an important tool for liturgical musicians to use in leading the congregation in song. In this video, Julie Spangler
Composer Jaime Cortez shares about how he got started in music ministry, his early years as a composer, and and how he stays grounded in
Time signatures, which appear at the beginning of a piece of music, are the key to understanding the beat and meter of the piece. First,