treble clef

noun

, Music.

1. a sign that locates the G above middle C, placed on the second line of the staff, counting up; G clef.

treble clef

noun

1. music the clef that establishes G a fifth above middle C as being on the second line of the staff

Word History and Origins

Origin of treble clef¹

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

Her glorious voice extends from D on the third line of the bass clef to C on the second leger line above the treble clef.

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The treble clef is used in notation for all but the lowest register.

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Sometimes the treble clef is used in notation for the bass clarinet.

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After learning the treble clef the child passes on to learn the bass with great ease.

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Hence care must be taken to write the treble clef on the second, and the bass clef on the fourth line of its stave.

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