Concert Pitch
Definition
Concert pitch refers to the standard tuning used by most orchestras and bands. It allows musicians playing different instruments to read and perform from the same sheet music without needing any additional adjustments.
Analogy
Think of concert pitch as everyone speaking the same language. When musicians play at concert pitch, it's like everyone using the same words and grammar rules, making it easier for them to understand each other.
Related terms
Transposition: Transposition is the process of changing a piece of music from one key or pitch level to another while maintaining its overall structure and intervals.
Tuning Fork: A tuning fork is a small metal tool that produces a specific pitch when struck against a hard surface. It is often used as a reference point for tuning musical instruments to concert pitch.
A=440: A=440 is the standard frequency used for tuning the note A above middle C. It means that this particular A vibrates at 440 cycles per second.
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