Anyone that knows me at all knows I'm a pedant when it comes to notation. I strive for simplicity and clarity. But notation should also be helpful. Take this example--this is how I've seen it notated online:
But doesn't it sound more like this?
I'm all for making things as easy as possible, but isn't this what is actually happening? Especially when they drop a beat:
If you can convince me that the word "sunshine" is NOT a downbeat I will give you $20 dollars and a "Rob Gerry Was Wrong" t-shirt.
hi rob...can i convince you that in actuality it's ALL either a downbeat or an upbeat and that in the end (yes, pun intended) notation is a moot point? hahahaha hope to see u sometime. it's been a while. : )
ReplyDeleteOh man. I need to stay on top of this blog. Jeff! Thanks for taking the time to read and comment on my rant. Sorry I missed you at the Press Room. And yes. Notation. A terrible abstraction, at best.
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