| Icon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | 4 Semiquavers or 4 Sixteenth Notes Semiquavers are worth a quarter of a crotchet beat. To feel the rhythm, say: “Co-ca-co-la” | |
 | Pedal Marking Press and hold the sustain pedal (if you have a choice of 2 pedals, the sustain pedal is the one on the right). | |
 | Pedal Change Lift the sustain pedal and then put it down again. Aim to form a smooth continuous sound. | |
 | Pedal Lift Lift the sustain pedal to release the sound. | |
 | Mordent A mordent is a musical ornament. It is used to decorate a particular note. To play a mordent you play: the note, the note above and then the original note again. If you play a mordent on the note “A“, play the notes “A B A” very quickly. |
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