Quiz #11 - Slurs and Ties

Test your knowledge in recognizing slurs and ties on the score.

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What's the difference between a slur and a tie?

Both slurs and ties are curved lines that connect notes. The difference is that a tie connects notes of the same pitch, increasing the duration of the notes, while a slur connects notes of different pitches, creating a smooth transition between them called "legato."

Here are some examples of slurs:

Slur Example 1
Slur Example 2
Slur Example 3

Here are some examples of ties:

Tie Example 1
Tie Example 2
Tie Example 3





Practice test


Here are your previous test results dated March 9, 2025
Wrong: 1
(10 of 10)
Correct: 9


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