Which Way Is Up? - Up, Down, Ascending, Descending, etc...

Just what is "Up, Down, Ascending, Descending, Higher, Lower, Top, Bottom" as related to music?

Author(s): Curt Sheller Publisher: Curt Sheller Publications Code: UL32

Main Category: Theory Main Instrument: Ukulele

Subjects: Chords

2022-08-26

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Which Way Is Up? - Up, Down, Ascending, Descending, etc...

Just what is "Up, Down, Ascending, Descending, Higher, Lower, Top, Bottom" as related to music?

Nose to Toes - Four to One.

The only gravitational reference that we can make that aligns with our familiar orientation to earth and gravity is the stroke direction - whether single or multiple notes. Down is down and up is up. ALL other references should be communicated in relationship to musical direction.

However, knowing the street terms that are often used is beneficial when communication with players not familiar with the proper musical terms used by professionals.