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Music theory

Hello, I know absolutely nothing about music theory and what any of the symbols mean, but I am attempting to write an article about a song and have to analyze the sheet music to write about the musical structure, such as the first paragraph in Hey Ya!#Music and lyrics. This is the first two pages of sheet music: [1]. Specifically, I would like to know what the numbers indicate at the left, and at the very top (120), and also what the sharps on the left of each bar indicate. I do know that the original key is B minor, as found on another piece of sheet music. Will I just have to brush up on music theory to do anything substantial in the end though?--十八 01:46, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

• The numbers on the left are just the measure numbers -- a "measure" is delineated by those vertical bars. The number on top, 120, indicates the tempo; in this case, it's 120 beats per minute. The sharps indicate the key signature -- if you look at a piano, it means "play the black keys for these notes". --jpgordon^∇∆∇∆ 02:39, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

The measure numbers just count the number of measures since the beginning of the piece. (The first measure isn't a complete measure, so the counting stars with 1 at the next measure.) They're there just for reference, to make it easier to refer to a particular part of the piece.

The (quarter note)=120 at the top indicates the tempo is 120 quarter notes per minute.

Key signature helps explain the sharps at the beginning of each staff. --70.129.137.85 (talk) 02:56, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Okay, thanks, that helps. Now, seeing as there is not 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, etc on the sheet, is there anyway to know what types of measures they are, such as how many notes are in a measure or set of measures? Also, I have a question about vocal range, and if anything of the vocal range can be determined by this, sheet music of the same song, but with only the vocal portions: Left side is the one. Also, if anything from the chord progression could be surmised, or would I have to either look that up, or provide more of the sheet music than just the first 2 (out of 13) pages?--十八 03:59, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

The "C"-like symbol at the beginning of the first line stands for common time (4/4). --tcsetattr (talk / contribs) 04:07, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Okay, but how do I know the difference between say a B minor and a D major when they're written the same way on the clef?--十八 07:51, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

That's tougher to do, since they use the same notes. (B minor is the relative minor of D major.) It's possible to change back and forth even, with no written indication. You need to decide whether B or D is the tonic. Which note sounds like it's the center of the melody? Which chord sounds like it's bringing a phrase to a satisfying conclusion? The tonality article tries to cover this concept, but it's a slippery one. It's about an overall perception, not a simple formula. Music theory people might be more likely to read the Humanities refdesk. --tcsetattr (talk / contribs) 10:14, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Judging by the two pages of sheet music, the piece starts in the key of B minor, although the key may change later in the piece. Thomprod (talk) 17:12, 10 May 2008 (UTC)

Help with British OR New Zealand Children's TV Show

I need help looking for the title of either a British or a New Zealand TV show that would have been broadcast between 1996-1997 (minimum). It was animated with anthropomorphic animals, such as mice, and possible a pig that was from Texas. The tone of the show was low key, and very polite, and books were published based on it. I'm sorry but that's all I have. Please let me know if you find anything. Thanks! Zidel333 (talk) 04:16, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Working only from anthropomorphic animals including mice and a pig, I'm going to take wild guess at The Busy World of Richard Scarry. (See also Busytown and Richard Scarry). Of course that guess completely ignores the UK/NZ portion of your question; I tried to find some broadcast history on the show, but no luck so far. The first Wikipedia article has a link that says it goes to a YouTube video showing the opening (I can't check from this computer); maybe that will confirm or refute my guess. --LarryMac | Talk 15:10, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Eighth Gen

1. What do you think Nintendo's next handheld system will be like? Since the Game Boy Color had NES graphics, the Game Boy Advance had SNES graphics and the Nintendo DS had N64 graphics, this new one will most definitely have GameCube graphics. I personally say that it will have 3 screens, and data is saved using internal memory like the Wii. 2. What do you think Nintendo's next actual console will be like? I dare say that it will have real people, and if necessary, people wearing costumes of characters. And you control your character using actual human actions. But since this is the closest thing to real life you can get, it will have to be Nintendo's last console. Interactive Fiction Expert/Talk to me 06:47, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

I think three screens would be a bit too much. F (talk) 08:49, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

1. Your theory of number of screens increasing as new handhelds are released is accurate. This is the next handheld system from Nintendo: the Nintendo BS: [2]

2. You are correct. The following generation console by Nintendo will have ultra realistic graphics and real characters. Here is some concept art for the first mario game for that console: Title screen - Mario and Luigi - Mario concept

:) Kreachure (talk) 17:42, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Nintendo handhelds have always focused on durability, low cost, long battery life, backward compatibility, and game-centricity (no media playback). I doubt the "DS2" would deliver Gamecube graphics as that would also be equivalent to the Wii. Three screens seems very unlikely (increased cost + increased battery usage) I would think the DS2 would be a more natural evolution of the DS: larger dual touch screens, built-in web browser, built-in rumble, motion sensor, etc. But of course, your guess is as good as mine. --70.167.58.6 (talk) 16:31, 8 May 2008 (UTC)

Apparently this is the right place to ask sport questions

Would it be plausible for a fictional character from the Borders to support Queen of the South? Malcolm XIV (talk) 08:06, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

It's plausible for someone from anywhere to support any club. Allegiance to a side is not only a matter of geographical proximity but also of family history, personal quirks, etc. (The only exception to this is Manchester United. The idea of someone from, say, London, supporting them is obviously ridiculous.) Plus, it looks like Dumfries, where QoS play, is not very far from the Borders region anyway. --Richardrj ^{talk email} 14:57, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Plausible maybe, but in some places it's sure to get you beaten up. 71.236.23.111 (talk) 10:49, 7 May 2008 (UTC)

And that sums up everything that's wrong in football today. You can get killed just for wearing another teams shirt. Exxolon (talk) 22:46, 12 May 2008 (UTC)

Music - Verdi?

4:15m - what is the music playing? I believe it's from a Verdi opera. —TreasuryTag—t—c 12:16, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

It's the Anvil Chorus from Il Trovatore AndrewWTaylor (talk) 13:28, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Thanks! —TreasuryTag—t—c 16:12, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Anyone knows about Bronislaw Machalski?

He's a mime artist who is Polish. Supposedly famous in the field of classical mime. Anyone can tell me more about his life story, or point me to a few books about him? Thanks :) —Preceding unsigned comment added by 165.21.155.68 (talk) 12:28, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

I guess you've already seen this one [3]. I checked the Polish wiki and they neither have him by his full name nor under "Miko". 71.236.23.111 (talk) 10:47, 7 May 2008 (UTC)

Trouble Finding Song

Asked back in April, I myself am still unable to find this song, even called some friends up in Hawaii who were unable to remember themselves so figured id ask here again. I lived in Hawaii for some time recently back in 07, and there is this song that i liked alot its a slow song but i cant seem to remember the name or the artist. I know part of the lyrics but no lyric search engine can ever find the song. Some of the lyrics are "give me the grind give me the morning grind, anything you want me to, ill abide." And there is a part i remember that goes like this "its a shame for me to unbutton your dress". Thats all i can remember. Its a slow type reggae or Hawaiian style music. Thanks for any effort given to help me find the song! --Nick910 (talk) 14:35, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Creating Band Page

I was wondering if I can copy stuff from my bands web page to put on here. All the images and text are our own. How?

Thanks, Kris —Preceding unsigned comment added by Ksiverhus (talk • contribs) 14:45, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Perhaps not. Have a look at WP:N first of all, to determine whether your band is suitable for inclusion on Wikipedia. If it is, the article on them should contain references to other, independent sources, i.e. not your website. Also, there may be a conflict of interest in you writing an article about your band. Have a look at WP:COI. --Richardrj ^{talk email} 15:01, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

But is real?

Is real who the Beatles, they has reunite to 1976?--79.13.32.197 (talk) 16:31, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

I'm going to take a guess that you are referring to Lorne Michaels offering the Beatles $3000 to reunite on Saturday Night Live in 1976. There is some detail in Two of Us (2000 television)#Historical background. --Joelmills (talk) 19:16, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

Well, I'm going to take a different guess, that you are referring to the rumour that the group Klaatu, whose debut album was released in 1976, were really the Beatles in disguise. Of course, this rumour was nonsense. There's more than you need to know here. --Richardrj ^{talk email} 23:45, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

TNT Jackson

Now is this a real movie? I recall seeing a movie in my youth, where prisoners were sitting around in a dark room watching this movie. The sequence, which was given a roaring applause by the inmates, showed TNT Jackson with her breasts exposed kicking out a lit light bulb and beating up the no-good'nics that were coming her way. TNT Jackson looked like Pam Grier, but I could be mistaken. First, is the movie real? And secondly, what was the movie I was watching with the prisoners??--Endless Dan 20:39, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

[T.N.T. Jackson] starred Jean Bell. Rmhermen (talk) 21:47, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

The IMDB has no mention of the movie T.N.T. Jackson featuring a scene from another movie. (Follow the "Movie connections" link; that's where it'd be.) It's a reasonable guess that the movie-within-the-movie is fictional, although with movies that are not especially well known, it's always possible as well that the IMDB simply hasn't heard of one movie being featured in another. If both have the same star, it seems less likely -- i.e. more likely that it's fictionary. --Anonymous, 01:15 UTC, May 7, 2008.

I think Dan is looking for the name of a movie in which 'TNT Jackson appears, not the other way around. Imdb has this: Featured in Bloodfist III: Forced to Fight (1992) and Body Waves (1992). Corvus cornix_talk 19:06, 7 May 2008 (UTC)

British Motorsport

Hi, I attended an event at Anglesey Circuit on July 9th 2006, and I was hoping someone would be able to tell me whether it was BARC or BRSCC. I know it had Caterham Super 7s, among others - photos are on flickr if anyone is able to recognise them. Thanks. -mattbuck (Talk) 23:41, 6 May 2008 (UTC)

From [this] site, it looks as though it was BRSCC. SaundersW (talk) 08:40, 8 May 2008 (UTC)