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Why are there twelve notes in an octave?

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

What are the most effective ear training methods?

Is there a way to measure the consonance or dissonance of a chord?

How can a classical pianist learn jazz piano?

What's the difference between a G♭ and an F#?

Why Is Just Intonation Impractical?

(1/√π)/√⅔ as a time signature?

Key signature for writing in modes other than major and minor

Is there any “research” in music theory?

What's the difference between “modal music” and “tonal music”?

How to transcribe music by ear?

Are doubly augmented and doubly diminished intervals practical?

Sites with a good selection of sheet music

Software that slows down music to help in transcribing

What is the full list of possible chord names? Are there chords that don't have a name in chord theory?

Stage volume levels in rehearsal and performance

Is there a known point in history where dissonance became acceptable?

How can I practice guitar when I don't have my instrument?

What is the the Nashville Numbers system?

Musical Aids to Memorize Intervals

Origin of Roman Numeral Analysis

Alternative Analysis for Non-Functioning Secondary Dominants

What are the typical ranges of voice types?

Physical fitness and musical performance

Easy Chopin pieces (Not simplified versions) for beginners? [closed]

Can Appoggiaturas be doubled or tripled?