rhythm
this note is worth 1 beat in 4/4 time
quarter note
this means loud
forte
this means to play short, separated notes
staccato
when the conductor's hands go up, I am in this position.
what is playing position
This note is worth 2 beats in 4/4 time
half note
this means quiet
piano
this means to play smooth, connected notes
legato
when the conductors hands are at their side, I am in this position.
This note is worth 4 beats in 4/4 time
whole note
this means medium loud
mezzo forte
This grammatical symbol shows you where to take a breath.
apostrophe
This term describes the proper way to sit/stand while performing.
posture
This note is worth 3 beats in 4/4 time
dotted half note
this means medium quiet
mezzo piano
This symbol tells you to play strong and loud notes
accent or marcato
the first beat of song is called
downbeat
Dotted quarter note
this means really loud
fortissimo
this symbol means hold the note for the full value
tenuto
my music rests on this during rehearsal.
stand