Music Theory for Beginners Meter in Music

The video introduces the concept of 'meter' in music, using the imaginative idea of 'Music Monsters' to explain time signatures like 2/4, 3/4, and 4/4. Mr. Henry guides viewers through understanding meter, its importance, and how to apply it using Music Monsters. The video also teaches how to identify meter by listening to music, followed by a quiz to test understanding.

What is the primary role of meter in music?

• To decide the tempo of a piece

• To organize music notes

• To indicate the key signature

• To determine the pitch of notes

In a 2/4 meter, how many beats are there in each measure?

• One beat

• Two beats

• Three beats

• Four beats

What happens if a Music Monster in 2/4 meter receives more than two beats in a measure?

• It becomes angry

• It becomes happy

• It becomes sick

• It becomes sleepy

How many beats are required in each measure for a 3/4 meter?

• Two beats

• One beat

• Three beats

• Four beats

Which type of dance is commonly associated with the 3/4 meter?

• Tango

• Waltz

• Salsa

• Hip Hop

In a 4/4 meter, how many beats are there in each measure?

• One beat

• Two beats

• Three beats

• Four beats

What is the first step in creating a 4/4 Music Monster?

• Draw the monster

• Fill the measures with notes

• Name the monster

• Create three bellies with bar lines

Which meter is characterized by a strong-weak-weak-weak pattern?

• 5/4 meter

• 4/4 meter

• 3/4 meter

• 2/4 meter

What type of music is often in 2/4 meter?

• Marching music

• Waltz music

• Jazz music

• Classical music

If a piece of music makes you sway back and forth, which meter is it likely in?

• 6/8 meter

• 4/4 meter

• 3/4 meter

• 2/4 meter