Tempos
Define tempo
The speed of the music
In the treble clef, what note is on the first SPACE
F
Explain a repeat sign
Go back to the beginning and play again
Quarter Note
1 beat
Define dynamics
How loud or soft you play
Name the tempo that means fast
Allegro
In the treble clef, what note is on the first LINE?
Explain a crescendo
Gradually get louder
Half note
2 beats
Define this dynamic: piano
Soft
Name the tempo that is "walking speed"
Andante
In the treble clef, what note is on the third LINE
B
Explain a decrescendo
Gradually get softer
Whole note
4 beats
Define this dynamic: forte
Loud
Name the tempo that is moderate
Moderato
In the treble clef, what note is on the fourth SPACE
E
Explain an accent on a music note
Play with extra emphasis
Eighth note
1/2 beat
Define this dynamic: Mezzo piano
Medium soft
Allegro, Andante, or Moderato: Which one is the slowest tempo?
Andante
In the treble clef, what note is on the fifth line?
F
Explain a tie
Connects two of the same note names
Dotted half Note
3 beats
Define this dynamic: Mezzo Forte
Medium Loud