Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quarter-note
noun
/ˈkwɔːr.tər noʊt/
Definition
A quarter note is a musical note that lasts for one quarter of a whole note’s duration.
Examples
- In a 4/4 time signature, each quarter note receives one beat.
- Musicians often use quarter notes to create a steady rhythm in compositions.
Meaning
In music notation, a quarter note indicates a sound that is held for one beat in a standard 4/4 time signature.
Synonyms
- quarter rest (when silence is needed for the same duration)
- crotchet (British term)
