Dynamics
What dynamic means soft?
Piano
In the treble clef, what note is on the first SPACE
F
Explain a repeat sign
It means you repeat
Quarter Note
1
Which instrument family is played by hitting, shaking or scraping?
Percussion
What dynamic means loud?
Forte
In the bass clef, what note is on the first LINE?
G
Explain a crescendo
Get louder
Half note
Which instrument family is played by blowing into a mouthpiece or across a reed?
Woodwind
What does mezzo forte mean?
Medium loud
In the treble clef, what note is on the third LINE
B
Explain a decrescendo
Get softer
Whole note
4
Which instrument family is played by buzzing?
Brass
What does FFF stand for?
Fortississimo
In the bass clef, what note is on the fourth SPACE
G
Explain a tie
Note values get tied together. (hold note for length of all notes tied)
Eighth note
1/2
What family is a flute in?
Woodwind
What does PP stand for?
Pianissimo
In the treble clef, what note is on the fifth line?
F
Explain a fermatta
Hold as long as the director shows (at least length and a half)
Dotted half note
3
What is the best instrument ever created?
Bassoon