What term in music refers to how loud or soft a sound is played?
Dynamics
What does the term "tempo" refer to in music?
How fast or slow the music is.
How would you describe the volume of music that is played piano?
Soft
How can musicians show expression in their playing?
By using dynamics
What is the name of the Chicago Bulls' mascot?
Benny the Bull
Which term would you use in music to indicate a gradual increase in volume?
Crescendo
Which tempo marking would you associate with a fast speed?
If a piece of music is marked forte, should it be played loudly or softly?
Loudly
Which dynamic marking would you use to play a sad piece of music?
True or False: The Chicago Bulls' mascot is a bull.
True
Can you name a dynamic term that means very soft in music?
pp, which stands for pianissimo
Name a tempo marking that indicates a slow pace.
Name a dynamic marking that indicates a sudden decrease in volume.
A decrescendo or diminuendo
Name a way to add expression to a musical performance.
Some important tools are tone, dynamics, articulation, and phrasing.
What color is the Chicago Bulls' mascot?
Red
What dynamic marking would you use to indicate a sudden, strong accent?
sf or sfz, which stands for sforzando. Sforzando is a dynamic marking that indicates a sudden, strong accent.
If the tempo marking is "allegro", should you play the music fast or slow?
fast and bright (120–156 bpm)
What dynamic marking is used to indicate a very loud volume?
ff, which stands for fortissimo and means “very loud”
What does it mean to play a piece of music "with feeling"?
Play with full range of expression, tempo markings, articulations, and dynamics
Where can you often find the Chicago Bulls' mascot during games?
All over the place!!!!
In music, if you see the term "crescendo", what should you do with the volume of the music?
Get louder!
What tempo is often used for a lullaby - presto or adagio?
Adagio
What does the dynamic marking fortissimo mean in terms of volume?
SUPER LOUD!!!!!
Why is expression important in music performance?
And makes the music come to life. Without expression the music is like dots on a piece of paper. Dynamics is what makes the Frankenstein monster of music come to life.
Which jersey number is associated with the Chicago Bulls' mascot?
#1!!