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Time signatures tell us two things:
- How many beats are in a bar
- What kind of beats
For example, 4/4 time indicates 4 crochet beats in a bar.
The top 4 is the “how many” and the bottom 4 is the “what kind“
The Most Common Time Signatures
4/4 Time
Four crochets in a bar
3/4 Time
Three crochets in a bar
2/4 Time
Two crochets in a bar
6/8 Time
Six quavers in a bar
3/8 Time
Three quavers in a bar
3/2 Time
Three minims in a bar
Example: 3/4 Time
