Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

musical-notation

Noun

/ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl noʊˈteɪ.ʃən/

Definition

A system of symbols used to visually represent music.

Examples

The sheet music uses standard musical notation to convey the melody.
Understanding musical notation is essential for learning how to play an instrument.
Different styles of music may use various types of musical notation.

Meaning

Musical notation allows musicians to read, interpret, and perform music through written symbols that indicate pitch, rhythm, and other aspects of sound.