What is better notation to use, single or double?
It is a very long phrase, perhaps two pages like continues...
Piano octaving
Piano octaving
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Re: Piano octaving
Much better to do it like the first example. Only use octave signs when the notes would otherwise involve many ledger lines, especially in the lower staff.
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Re: Piano octaving
I'm glad you answered John. I was going to suggest the same as you, but much better from an experienced pianist (which I am not).
(I am assuming that this is for piano or at least keyboard of some kind.)
(I am assuming that this is for piano or at least keyboard of some kind.)
Re: Piano octaving
Definitely agree with John.
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Re: Piano octaving
Many thanks. I indeed expected answer from John in the first hand!
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