MUSIC VOCAB
This term means how loud or soft the music is played
What are Dynamics?
You should do this immediately when the conductor raises their hands
What is be silent and ready to play?
You should do this after you finish a performance in front of an audience
What is bow/acknowledge applause?
This instrument is the largest in the Orchestra
What is the tuba?
Practicing a little bit every day is better than this
What is cramming/practicing last minute?
The Speed of the Music is called this
What is Tempo
Talking during rehearsal wastes this valuable resource
What is rehearsal time?
This is how you should act when another section has the melody?
What is listen to the melody and make sure you are playing quieter than the lead part?
This composer became deaf later in life
Who was Beethoven?
This skill helps you play better with others.
What is listening?
What musical term means to gradually get louder
What is crescendo?
If you make a mistake during a performance, the best thing to do is this.
What is keep playing/stay focused?
On stage, chewing gum, slouching, or texting looks this.
What is unprofessional?
This modern genre was born from hip-hop, DJing, and electronic sounds.
What is EDM?
Great musicians focus on improving this, not being perfect.
What is progress?
The organization of beats into measures is called this.
What is meter?
You should always have this ready before rehearsal starts.
What is your instrument and music?
If you get lost during a performance, this is the best course of action.
What is look at the conductor?
The human voice is classified as this type of instrument.
What is a wind instrument?
This term means adjusting your playing to match the group.
What is balance and blend?
This Italian term means "at a walking pace"
What is Andante?
True of False: Rehearsal is the time to practice your part for the first time.
What is false?
A respectful audience member will do this until the music is over.
What is sit down silently and watch/listen?
This song is one of the most performed pieces of music in the world. Starts with an "H"
What is Happy Birthday?
The most important rehearsal skill that doesn't involve playing.
What is focus/discipline?