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Staff Line

A staff line, also known as a stave, is a horizontal line used in musical notation to represent a specific pitch. It consists of five equally spaced lines and four equally spaced spaces between them, upon which musical notes, rests, and other symbols are placed.

Usage:

In music notation, a staff line is used to indicate the pitch and timing of each note, enabling musicians to read and perform written music accurately.

Sample Sentences:

1. The note was placed on the second staff line, indicating a "B" pitch.
2. The composer added a sharp symbol above the third staff line to raise the pitch of the note.
3. When reading sheet music, it is crucial to follow the staff lines from left to right.

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