These figures simply represent to the eye the ratios of these sounds,
and it is not supposed that a tuner is to attain to such a degree of
accuracy, but he should strive to arrive as near it as possible.

It is well for the student to practice temperament setting and regular
tuning now if he can do so. After getting a good temperament, proceed
to tune by octaves upward, always testing the tone tuned as a fifth
and third until his ear becomes sufficiently true on the octave that
testing otherwise is unnecessary. Tune the overstrung bass last and
your work is finished. If your first efforts are at all satisfactory
you should be greatly encouraged and feel assured that accuracy will
reward continued practice.


QUESTIONS ON LESSON X.

1. What is meant by the term "equal temperament"?

2. What is meant by the term "unequal temperament"?

3. Webster defines the term "temperament" thus: "A system of
compromises in the tuning of pianofortes, organs, etc." Explain
fully what these compromises are.

4. In testing chords to ascertain if temperament is correct, what
is the main thing to listen for as a guide?

5. In what three chords would you try the tone A, in testing your
temperament?