Musical notes are symbols used to represent sounds in music. Each note corresponds to a specific pitch, which is how high or low a sound is. Notes can be combined in various ways to create melodies and harmonies. The most common notes are whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, and eighth notes, each indicating different durations of sound. In addition to pitch, notes can also have different dynamics, which tell musicians how loudly or softly to play. For example, a forte note is played loudly, while a piano note is played softly. Together, these elements help musicians express emotions and tell stories through their music.