Tempo
Define tempo
The speed of the music
In the treble clef, this note is on the first SPACE.
F
Explain a repeat sign
Go back to the beginning of the repeat sign and play again
This is the number of beats for a Quarter Note in 4/4 time signature.
1
Define dynamics
How loudly or softly you play
Name the tempo that means fast
Allegro
In the bass clef, this note is on the first LINE.
G
Explain a crescendo
Gradually get louder
This is the number of beats for a Half Note in 4/4 time signature.
2
Define this dynamic: Piano
Soft
Name the tempo that is "walking speed"
Andante
In the treble clef, this note is on the third LINE.
B
Explain a decrescendo
Gradually get softer
This is the number of beats for an Eighth Note in 4/4 time signature.
1/2
Define this dynamic: Forte
Loud
Name the tempo that is moderate
Moderato
In the bass clef, this note is on the fourth SPACE.
G
Explain a slur
Connects two notes of a different pitch
This is the number of beats for a Whole Note in 4/4 time signature.
4
Define this dynamic: Mezzo Piano
Medium Soft
Allegro, Andante, or Moderato: Which one is the slowest tempo?
Andante
In the treble clef, this note is on the fifth line.
F
Explain a tie
Connects two of the same pitches
This is the number of beats for a Dotted Half Note in 4/4 time signature.
3
Define this dynamic: Fortissimo
Very Loud