2/4 Time Signature

 

2/4.001

 


 

Here is an example how music is written in 2/4:

  • 8th notes in the same beat are beamed together
  • 16th notes in the same beat will also be beamed together.  This makes each beat more visible.
  • A half note will take up one full measure.

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Examples of songs or styles of music in 2/4:

  • Childrens songs are commonly in 2/4 like This Old Man or ABC.
  • Bossa Nova style – Girl From Ipanema.
  • Bluegrass style music is often in 2/4 just listen to the bass.

 

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