Explanation of Common Symbols Used Violin Sheet Music

2016 Novice Fiddle Class # 4October 12,2016

Explanation of Common SymbolsUsed Violin Sheet Music

more difficult versionDown Bow Symbol

Up Bow SymbolSlur Symbols

Repeat Symbol

B Part Starts Here

Repeat Symbol(back to start of B part)

1.

1.

2.

2.

Play this measure 1st time through A

Play this measure 2nd time through A

“Natural” Symbol(play C natural)

Quarter Note(1 beat)

Half Note(2 beats)

Whole Note(4 beats)

Dotted Quarter Note(3 beats)

Repeat Symbol(from beginning)

Repeat Symbol(from dots)

The difference between the simple version and the one on the rightare a few extra notes which add rhythm and “liven up” the tune.

Root melody notes are circled in red.

Sheet Music for the Same TuneOften Look Different