Half Note Symbol - Definition, Duration, and Musical Use #1230136 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays a classic half note (also called a minim), featuring an open oval notehead attached to a straight stem with no flag. In 4/4 time, it lasts for two beats, making it twice as long as a quarter note and half the duration of a whole note. It’s a foundational symbol used across Western music notation for rhythm and timing.

Used in music education websites, theory guides, digital sheet music platforms, and instrument tutorials to visually explain note values; matches user intent for learning or identifying musical symbols.