Lesson 8: Transposing Instruments Exercises

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Exercise 1.1 - Transposing with a Key Signature

a. The following melody is written for clarinet in B flat. Transpose it down a major 2nd, as it will sound at concert pitch. Use a key signature and remember to put in all necessary sharp, flat or natural signs.

Exercise 1.2 - Transposing with a Key Signature

The following melody is written for horn in F. Transpose it down a perfect 5th, as it will sound at concert pitch. Use a key signature and remember to put in all necessary sharp, flat or natural signs.

Exercise 2.1 - Transposing without a Key Signature

These are the actual sounds made by a trumpet in B flat. Rewrite the passage as it would appear for the player to read, that is, transpose it up a major 2nd. Do not use a key signature but remember to put in all the necessary sharp, flat or natural signs.

Exercise 2.2 - Transposing without a Key Signature

These are the actual sounds made by a horn in F. Rewrite the passage as it would appear for the player to read, that is, transpose it up a perfect 5th. Do not use a key signature but remember to put in all the necessary sharp, flat or natural signs.

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