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What is the meaning of the + sign on this figure (imported from a midi file)
Fr., 24.11.2023 - 09:51 Permalink
That is an accidental. Plus is essentially # (sharp) and minus is b (flat).
We don't use # and b because they do not mean the same. Plus/minus is merely a suggestion. Whether it can actually be executed depends on the harmonic context.
Fr., 24.11.2023 - 17:11 Permalink
Thanks.
Same question with the triangle and >:
Fr., 24.11.2023 - 18:26 Permalink
These are the playing ranges. Upper, middle or lower playing range.
Sa., 25.11.2023 - 02:38 Permalink
The > (greater symbol) I've also seen. Not sure what it is. I thought it was either an accent of sorts or a symbol for look-ahead.
Sa., 25.11.2023 - 09:30 Permalink
Look ahead is correct.
There are also tags for voice leading, octaves, open voicing, etc.
Select a segment and try all settings on the parameter inspector. If there was a list somewhere that explained them all, users tend to skim it and quickly forget. If you change a setting and see a tag appear as an immediate result, it sticks.