a LESSON 11 This lesson continues with the study of 2/4 meter. We now introduce repeat signs with first and second endings. This means that the first time the passage is played, play the first ending. When playing it the second time through, omit the first ending and go directly to the second ending. ‘The tie (~—) is when two notes (other than a roll and its tied note #_J ) are connected with a curved line (¢__¢). The value of the tied note is simply added to the value of the first note. Here is a simple march in 2/4. Observe all repeats and dynamic markings. ist end. 2nd end. = Nagag