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The Italian term ______ means to play slowly.
The Italian term ______ means to play slowly.
Lento
What is the tempo term for a moderate/medium pace?
What is the tempo term for a moderate/medium pace?
Moderato
The volume of music is referred to as ______.
The volume of music is referred to as ______.
Dynamics
Gradually getting louder is referred to as ______.
Gradually getting louder is referred to as ______.
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The term ______ means very soft in music.
The term ______ means very soft in music.
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Tempo is determined by the ______ of the music.
Tempo is determined by the ______ of the music.
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An ______ pace in music is an easy walking pace.
An ______ pace in music is an easy walking pace.
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Lively and fast is described by the term ______.
Lively and fast is described by the term ______.
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Gradually slowing down is referred to as ______.
Gradually slowing down is referred to as ______.
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Very loud is described by the term ______.
Very loud is described by the term ______.
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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!
