notes and rests
tempo markings
articulations guide
Dc, DS Coda and Fine
100

how many beats does a whole not/rest get?

4

100

what does Andante mean?

''walking speed''

100

what does Accent mean?

To play with extra strength, making the notes stand out

100

What does Da Capo mean?

Repeat from beginning

200

how many beats does a half note/rest get?

2

200

what does Moderato mean?

Moderately

200

what does marcato mean?

Its like an accent, but even stronger, with a vigorous ''marked'' quality.
200

what does Dal mean?

repeat from the sign 's'

300

how many beats does a quarter not/rest get?

1

300

What does allegretto mean?

moderately fast

300

what does Tenuto mean?

To play with extra emphasis (not as strong as an accent). Can also mean to sustain the note for its full value.

300

what does fine mean?

the end

400

how many beats does and eighth note/rest get?

1/2

400

what does allegro moderato mean?

slightly slower than allegro

400

what does Slur mean?

To play something smoothly, connecting from note to note in a legato style. Also an indication of phrasing.

400

what does Coda mean?

an added ending

500

how many beats does a sixteenth note/rest get?

1/4

500

what does allegro mean?

fast,quickly,brightly

500

what does staccato mean?

To release quickly, creating a short, crisp sound.

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