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9 Cards in this Set
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What is a normal articulation
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A normal articulation is when the fingers move like mechanical pistons - as one finger is coming up, the next finger is coming down, creating a small "space" or period of silence in-between each note.
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How should the fingers that are not playing be positioned?
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The fingers that are not playing should remain above the keys, naturally curled and ready to play.
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Where should the weight of the entire arm be centered?
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The weight of your entire arm should be centered on the tips of the fingers that are playing.
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Are the fingers restricted to playing certain keys?
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No, any finger may play any key.
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How are the fingers of the hand numbered?
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The fingers of the hand are numbered 1 through 5, beginning with the thumbs and ending with the pinky fingers.
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Are finger numbers placed on every single note on the page?
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No finger numbers are not placed on every single note on the page
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Where are finger numbers typically used?
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Finger numbers are typically used at the beginning of a song, a difficult section in a song, or when the hand must move to a different place on the keyboard.
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How do you determine which fingers to use when there are no fingerings indicated?
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When there are no fingerings indicated, use common sense and context to determine which fingers to use.
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Is there always a right way and a wrong way to finger the music?
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No, there may be multiple ways of fingering music, each with their own pros and cons.
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