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Music crossword with 12 music theory terms

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Music Theory Crossword Puzzle

Music crossword with 12 music theory terms

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Across

  1. 1.The main tune you can sing along to
  2. 2.The pattern of beats in music
  3. 6.Distance from one note to the next of the same name
  4. 8.How high or low a note sounds
  5. 9.Clef that shows higher notes
  6. 11.A single musical sound

Down

  1. 3.How fast or slow a piece of music goes
  2. 4.Several notes played together at once
  3. 5.A set of notes in order, like do-re-mi
  4. 7.Notes that sound pleasing together
  5. 10.A silent beat in music
  6. 12.The steady pulse you tap your foot to
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Free printable music theory crossword — 12 terms about melody, rhythm, and notes. Educational music-class puzzle, instant PDF download with answer key.

  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Format: US Letter PDF with answer key
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