staccato deleted by the prolongation link

• Dec 17, 2024 - 12:30

Hello
I would like to report here a problem that I had with Musescore: my staccato is deleted by the prolongation link applied to the note. In the example provided in the piece, the Staccato is not done!

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In reply to by SteveBlower

GEMINI

can you do a staccato on a quarter note?

Absolutely, you can do a staccato on a quarter note!

Staccato is a technique that consists of playing a note in a short and detached manner. It applies to all note values, from whole notes to sixteenth notes.

Why do a staccato on a quarter note?

To create contrast: Staccato allows you to highlight certain notes in relation to others, thus creating a more interesting rhythmic play.
To express an emotion: A staccato can bring lightness, liveliness or precision to a performance.
To respect the composer's indications: If the composer has indicated a staccato on a quarter note, it is because he wants a particular effect at this precise point in the piece.

In reply to by tecknoflash

Having a staccato marking on the first of a tied pair of notes makes no sense. A staccato mark requires the note it is attached to to be played shorter than its nominal duration. However a note with a following note tied to it has to be played for the combined duration of both notes. So what do you do if there is a staccato indication on the first note, shorten the first note, but lengthen it as well?

A staccato marking on the last of a tied pair of notes is understandable - play somewhat shorter than the combined duration of the tied notes.

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