Semiquaver
/ˈsemikweɪvər/noun
A musical note that is equal to half a quaver or a quarter of a crotchet.
The musical piece had a semiquaver note in it.
Often appears as...
- play a semiquaver
- semiquaver note
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Musical Speed
Semiquaver indicates a very quick note in music, played for a short duration.
The pianist's fingers danced over the keys in a series of semiquavers.
Pro Tip 2/3Music Notation
In sheet music, semiquavers are represented by notes with two flags or beams.
She struggled to read the semiquavers in the score.
Pro Tip 3/3Counting Beats
To count semiquavers, musicians often subdivide beats into four equal parts.
The drummer counted '1-e-&-a 2-e-&-a' to keep time with the semiquavers.
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