Music Glossary: chart

Concise notes for feel, groove, pedal cues, pedal changes, patch names, or capo positions as needed. more

Organized income/expense categories (royalties, advances, merch, touring, studio) for clean bookkeeping and taxes. more

Use consistent symbols (maj7, min7, 7, sus4, add9); avoid mixed nomenclature within a chart. more

Use standard drum key and simple rhythmic cues for hits; avoid cluttering charts with full drum parts unless required. more

Melody, chord symbols, and form indications; keep clear repeats, codas, and rehearsal marks. more

Chord charting by scale degree; quick transposition on the session. more

Compact charts with form markers (V/C/Br), repeats, and cues. more

Use numbers/Roman numerals and movable-do to transpose charts on the fly in rehearsal or live. more

Chord slashes with rhythmic stems guide comping patterns while leaving voicing choices to the player. more

Navigation symbols for repeats and codas; test playthroughs to prevent performer confusion. more

Analyzing harmony with uppercase/lowercase numerals, figured bass, and functional symbols for classical/jazz contexts. more

Rhythm slashes with cue notes or rhythmic notation above staves to indicate ensemble hits. more