Ketnotation

Ketnotation is a system for representing musical pitches, primarily used in certain electronic music contexts. It is a form of tablature that visually indicates the placement of notes on a keyboard or synthesizer. Instead of traditional musical staff notation with lines and spaces, Ketnotation uses a grid-like structure.

The vertical axis typically represents the keyboard, often showing octaves and specific keys. The horizontal axis usually represents time, showing how long a note should be held and when it should be played. Individual notes are indicated by markers, often dots or shapes, at specific positions on the grid corresponding to their pitch and duration.

Key elements of Ketnotation include the representation of keys, which are often colored to distinguish black keys from white keys, mirroring the appearance of a piano or synthesizer. The length of a marker can indicate the duration of a note, and its position on the time axis shows when it starts. While not as standardized as traditional musical notation, Ketnotation aims to provide a clear and intuitive visual guide for performers, particularly those working with electronic instruments where precise pitch and timing are crucial. It can be particularly useful for learning and recreating complex melodic or rhythmic patterns.