The Difference Between 2/2 and 4/4 Time Signatures - Music Theory

Understand the difference between 2/2 and 4/4 time signatures. Mathematically it appears that 2/2 and 4/4 are two versions of the same thing. Musically they are quite distinct because 2/2 contains two minim beats per bar, while 4/4 contain four crotchet beats per bar, giving the two time signatures a very different feel from each other. In this music theory lesson the detail of this is unpacked and examples played that demonstrate the essential differences. It is important for players and composers alike to grasp this topic in order to avoid confusing the two time signatures.

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🕘 Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction to the difference between 2/2 and 4/4 time signatures
0:17 - The theory behind time signatures
3:46 - How can you tell the difference?
6:02 - The importance of the difference
8:04 - Conclusion

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