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Introduction to Computer Technology for Musicians

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1. What does the acronym MIDI stand for?

2.What is one significant difference between standard MIDI and General MIDI?

3. The number of MIDI channels recommended in the general MIDI standard is

4. Clearly explain the difference between a MIDI track and a MIDI channel.

5. Which channel should contain the untuned percussion according to the general MIDI standard?

1 5 10 16

6. Page 387 contains a sample MIDI implementation chart. Does that keyboard transmit Local ON/OFF messages?

Yes No

7. The following three numbers are a MIDI message - 144 60 64 - explain what they mean (the text has a misprint, so rely on your class notes to answer this one).

8. MIDI data bytes are always between 0 and

9. If I wanted to use an Ocarina sound, what general MIDI program change number should I use (module 20)?
10. If I pressed middle C (key #60) while set on the percussion channel, what sound would I hear (module 20)?
11. What is LOCAL CONTROL, and why should it be turned off when using a sequencing program?

12. The number of clocks (or ticks) per beat in Musicshop is:
13. In a sequencer program, what does "Punch In Mode" refer to?

14.There are two types of standard MIDI files (SMF), type 0 and type 1, how are they different (the text mentions a third, but it's not used very much)?

15. Briefly but clearly identify the basic difference in emphasis between a notation program and a sequencer program.

 

16. In Finale, using speedy entry, what number would you press to get an eighth note rhythmic value?   
  What number would you press on the computer's numeric keypad using Sibelius to get the same rhythmic value?   

 

17. In the MusicShop program, explain what STEP INPUT is.

 

18. When you change meter signatures in Sibelius, what letter do you press to open the Meter Signature window?   
 

 

19. Briefly describe two methods of entering lyrics onto a score using Finale.

 

20. The Transport window in a sequencer or notation program contains controls to do what?

 

21. Most notation programs can place more than one voice on a staff with more than one note in each voice. How many voices can you place on a single staff in Sibelius?   

 

22. Which one of the following tasks can be accomplished using the Mass Mover Tool in Finale?
Delete Staff   Add Repeat Symbol   Move Measures to previous system  Move Position of Title

 

23. If you had a choice, which would you rather use, Sibelius or Finale, and why?