double sharp

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Noun double sharp has 1 sense

double sharp - a a musical notation of two sharps in front of a note indicating that it is to be raised by two semitones
--₁ is a kind of sharp

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Double Sharp

Description:

In music notation, a double sharp is a symbol (♯♯) placed before a note to raise its pitch by two semitones or a whole step. It is used to modify a note that is already sharp.

Senses:

Noun: A musical symbol (♯♯) that indicates raising the pitch of a note by two semitones.
Adjective: Referring to a note that has been modified by a double sharp symbol.

Usages:

As a noun: "The composer added a double sharp to the score, making the note sound even higher."
As an adjective: "The pianist played a challenging piece that required great precision with the double sharp notes."

Sample Sentences:

"The double sharp in measure 12 adds an unexpected and dramatic flair to the music."
"To play the passage correctly, remember to raise the double sharp note by two semitones."

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