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In most musical works this type of accent is meant to be played more forcefully and usually shorter. The remaining marks typically shorten a note. ... This type of accent is known incorrectly as marcato by many classically-trained musicians, and even as just a "rooftop accent" by those not knowing its name at all.
- Where do you put accents in music?
- What is an accent called in music?
- What is the meaning of marcato in music?
Where do you put accents in music?
Musical accents instruct players to give special emphasis to particular notes. These accent marks appear directly above or below a note head on a piece of sheet music. Any single note value can accommodate an accent, from whole notes to sixteenth notes and beyond.
What is an accent called in music?
Accent, also called Stress, in music, momentary emphasis on a particular rhythmic or melodic detail; accent may be implied or specifically indicated, either graphically for example, >, —) or verbally (sforzato, abbreviated sfz).
What is the meaning of marcato in music?
: with strong accentuation —used as a direction in music.
