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Is “16va” proper notation?

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Is there any real-world difference between time signatures such as 4/4 and 8/8?

What are the most effective ear training methods?

Ten Minute Practice Techniques For Guitar?

Purpose of double-sharps and double-flats?

Quickly flip a page of sheet music while playing

What is the difference between a mode and a scale?

How can a classical pianist learn jazz piano?

Why are some people so paranoid about music theory?

Why isn't there a classical composer like Beethoven, Chopin or Mozart today?

Does it really make difference to play a song in a different key?

What are the differences between tone, note, and pitch?

Forgetting the musical notes while performing in concert

What exactly does practising scales teach?

What's so special about minor and major scales?

How can I teach a student who seems to have no rhythm?

Why is music theory built so tightly around the C Major scale?

It is ok to correct wrong notes when playing piano?

Why is a grand piano better than an upright piano?

Does an accidental apply to all octaves?

How is counterpoint different from harmony?

What does it mean when two notes are stuck together?

Is there any way to improve composing?

Is “16va” proper notation?

Understanding minor key harmony

How do you remember your music and how do I improve in this regard?

What are good resources for learning music theory?

Why is music for strings more likely to be in keys with sharps?

Can one be too old to learn an instrument?

Are Hanon exercises mindless unmusical repetiton or a great way to develop finger strength and dexterity?

Why would a teacher ban the metronome altogether?