Italian Musical Terms
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The Italian term ______ means to play slowly.

Lento

What is the tempo term for a moderate/medium pace?

Moderato

The volume of music is referred to as ______.

Dynamics

Gradually getting louder is referred to as ______.

<p>Crescendo</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term ______ means very soft in music.

<p>Pianissimo</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tempo is determined by the ______ of the music.

<p>beat</p> Signup and view all the answers

An ______ pace in music is an easy walking pace.

<p>Andante</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lively and fast is described by the term ______.

<p>Allegro</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gradually slowing down is referred to as ______.

<p>Ritardando</p> Signup and view all the answers

Very loud is described by the term ______.

<p>Fortissimo</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tempo

  • Tempo refers to the speed of music, determined by the beat or pulse.
  • Lento: play slowly.
  • Andante: an easy walking pace.
  • Moderato: at a moderate pace.
  • Allegro: lively and fast.
  • Presto: very fast.

Tempo Changes

  • Accelerando: gradually speeding up.
  • Ritardando: gradually slowing down.

Dynamics

  • Dynamics refer to the volume of music.
  • Piano: soft.
  • Pianissimo: very soft.
  • Mezzo piano: moderately soft.
  • Mezzo forte: moderately loud.
  • Forte: loud.
  • Fortissimo: very loud.

Dynamic Changes

  • Crescendo: gradually getting louder.
  • Diminuendo: gradually getting softer.

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Test your knowledge of Italian musical terms that describe tempo and dynamics. Learn the meanings of Lento, Andante, Moderato, Allegro, and more. Get ready to conduct like a pro!

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